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Boxing Illustrated Magazine – January 1976 – Muhammad Ali Cover – No Label
This January 1976 issue of Boxing Illustrated features Muhammad Ali on the cover, celebrating one of the most celebrated periods in his career following the legendary “Thrilla in Manila.” The magazine is in good condition, with all pages intact and no mailing label. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. Please review the photos for condition details. All magazines are shipped in a protective plastic covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights in This Issue:
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Millionaires Ali & Frazier Spend All in Manila – Phil Hill recounts the epic third bout between Ali and Joe Frazier, completing one of the greatest trilogies in boxing history.
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Ghana’s David Kotey Wins WBC Featherweight Title – Reg Noble reports on Kotey’s split-decision victory over Kiko Olivares, making him Africa’s second world champion.
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Iron-Jawed Ron Lyle Regains Stature – John Williams details Lyle’s comeback win over Earnie Shavers after recovering from an early knockdown.
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Another Super Champ Emerging from the ’76 Olympics – Reg Noble examines whether a new gold medalist can follow in the footsteps of Ali, Frazier, Foreman, and Patterson.
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BI’s All-Time Featherweights Ranking – Part I crowns Terry McGovern as the greatest featherweight, edging out Abe Attell, Willie Pep, Kid Chocolate, and Sandy Saddler.
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Lou Bizzaro’s World Title Promise – Jack Welsh profiles Bizzaro’s rise toward fulfilling a vow to his brother.
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Viruet’s Comedy Tactics Frustrate Duran – John Williams covers Vilomar Viruet’s unconventional performance against the lightweight champion.
Departments Include:
Boxing Illustrated’s exclusive world ratings, Rings Around the World, Le Conte’s photographic feature on New York’s boxing scene, and For the Cause of Women Boxers.
A well-preserved vintage issue offering in-depth coverage of Ali’s era, this magazine is a must-have for collectors and fans of 1970s boxing history.