Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine September 1966 Ringo Bonavena No Label
This September 1966 issue of Boxing Illustrated (Volume 8, No. 9) features Argentine heavyweight contender Ringo Bonavena on the cover. Known for his toughness and colorful personality, Bonavena was making waves on the world stage, and this issue highlights his clash with George Chuvalo along with in-depth reporting on boxing’s major events of the mid-1960s.
Condition
The magazine is in good condition, showing minor wear consistent with its age. The item pictured in the listing is the exact copy you will receive. Please examine photos for condition details. Each issue is shipped in a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from the September 1966 Issue
Boxing Section
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Ortiz Retains Crown, Halts Bizzarro – by Lew Eskin
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The Higher They Go—The Harder They Fall – by Peter Moss
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Terrell Keeps WBA Heavy Title in Dull Fight – by Harlan Haas
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Hoot Mon! McGowan Wins Flyweight Crown – by Reg Gutteridge
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Another Forgotten Hero—Manuel Ortiz – by Lew Eskin
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Clay’s New Image – by James C. Mullen
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Jerry Quarry: A Big Bud Taylor – by Dave Gregg
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Bonavena Wins Decision—Chuvalo Wins Fight – by Lew Eskin
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Boxing Needs a Federal Commissioner! – by Frankie Goodman
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How the Big Fight Was Won
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Reporter at Large – by Reg Gutteridge
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Fight for Fun Brigade – by Wal Bartleman
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European Scene – by Richard Reekie
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Regular Features: On the Fistic Scene, Local Favorites, World Boxing Ratings, Rings Around the World, and International Results
Wrestling Section
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Hawk and Hanson—Their Secret of Success – by Tom Howard
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Wrestling at the Chase Anniversary
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Listening Post – by Earle Yetter
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Official Wrestling Ratings
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Wrestling Results
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Meet the Girls
Special Features
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B.I. Boxing Classic Full-Color Pin-up: Joe Louis vs. Lou Nova (third cover)
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Boxing Champions’ Album: Dick Tiger (second cover)
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The Readers’ Corner
Collectible Value
This issue captures a dynamic moment in heavyweight boxing, with Ringo Bonavena’s rise, Muhammad Ali’s evolving public image, and world champions like Dick Tiger and Carlos Ortiz at center stage. The mix of boxing history, international reporting, and wrestling coverage makes it a valuable collectible for vintage sports enthusiasts and fight historians alike.