Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine – February 1991 Evander Holyfield Cover (No Label)
This February 1991 issue of Boxing Illustrated features newly crowned heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield on the cover. It captures one of the defining moments in boxing history—Holyfield’s victory over Buster Douglas to become only the third undefeated heavyweight champion. The issue provides in-depth coverage, illustrated features, and historical retrospectives that make it an essential piece for collectors and fans of heavyweight boxing.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive. Please check photos for condition details. All magazines are stored with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
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Evander Wins as Buster Goes Belly-Up – Bert Randolph Sugar examines Holyfield’s victory over Buster Douglas and what it means for the heavyweight division.
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Holyfield–Douglas Round-by-Round – A special illustrated feature with words, pictures, and press reactions documenting the historic fight.
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Holyfield Almost Didn’t Make It – Earl Gustkey reveals behind-the-scenes details about the champion’s road to the title.
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Duva: The Man Behind the Man – Michael Marley profiles Lou Duva, the trainer and strategist behind Holyfield’s success.
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Douglas Corner: Let Buster Be Buster – Dan Rossi discusses Douglas’s short reign and uncertain future.
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Holyfield and Foreman Meet by Styles – An analysis of a potential matchup with George Foreman, then surging in popularity as a comeback contender.
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Jack Sharkey’s Scrapbook – A rare photo collection celebrating the former champion’s life and career.
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The Upsay-Downsey Career of Lou Nova – A look back at one of boxing’s most unusual heavyweight stories.
Departments & Columns:
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In This Corner – Bert Randolph Sugar
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Opening Round – Alphonso Normandia
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14-Kt Goldman – Herbert G. Goldman
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As The Boxing World Turns – Wallace Matthews
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Closing Bell – George Kimball
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Other features include The Boxing Box, Collector’s Corner, Wilbert’s Letters, Crosstrainers, Inside Boxing, Press Conference, Knowing the Ropes, The Boxing Answerwoman, The Fabulous Flubs, and The Black & Blue Pages
Ratings, Results & Statistics:
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Budweiser Editorial
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Budweiser Ratings
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Fight of the Month: Holyfield–Douglas
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Results Around the World
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At the Bell featuring Bela Szilagyi
This issue documents a turning point in heavyweight history—when Evander Holyfield rose to the top and Buster Douglas faded from the spotlight. A must-have addition for collectors, boxing historians, and fans of 1990s heavyweight boxing.