Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine – October 1992 Mike Tyson Cover
This October 1992 issue of Boxing Illustrated features Mike Tyson on the cover during one of the most dramatic periods of his life and career. With exclusive legal insight, a first interview from prison, and retrospectives on heavyweight champions past and present, this issue is both a compelling read and an important collectible for boxing fans.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive. Please review photos for condition details. All issues are shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
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Why Mike Tyson is Innocent – Alan Dershowitz, Tyson’s attorney, presents his case on how the legal system was stacked against Tyson and why the conviction played out the way it did.
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Mike Tyson’s First Interview Behind Bars – Ed Bradley’s in-depth conversation with Tyson reveals his most unguarded and human side, offering rare personal insight.
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Holyfield–Holmes, From A to ZzzZZZ – Bert Randolph Sugar critiques Evander Holyfield’s performance against Larry Holmes and questions his place among heavyweight greats.
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Riddick Bowe: Hardin’ to Get – Bob Raison profiles the rising heavyweight star.
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Max Schmeling Speaks – In a rare interview, Schmeling reflects on his career, his bouts with Joe Louis, and the boxing heroes who shaped his life.
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Billy Conn: A Fighter In and Out of the Ring – Charles Amory revisits the story of one of boxing’s most colorful personalities.
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The Kings: Al vs. Levinsky – Frank Graham recounts the rivalry between two boxing greats of the past.
Departments & Columns:
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In This Corner – Bert Randolph Sugar
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Opening Round
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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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The Boxing Answerwoman – Iris Bell
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Closing Bell – Jody Heaps
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Other recurring features include The Boxing Box, Collector’s Corner, Wilbert’s Letters, Crosstrainers, Inside Boxing, Press Conference, Knowing the Ropes, The Black & Blue Pages, and The Famous Flubs
Ratings, Results & Statistics:
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Budweiser Editorial
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Budweiser Pound-for-Pound Ratings
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Boxing Illustrated Ratings
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Fight of the Month: Riddick Bowe vs. Pierre Coetzer
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Results Around the World
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At The Bell featuring Bela Szilagyi
This issue is a must-have for collectors, combining exclusive Tyson coverage, heavyweight analysis, and historic interviews. It offers a unique snapshot of boxing in the early 1990s, making it an outstanding addition to any vintage sports magazine collection.