Description
Boxing Illustrated Magazine – September 1990 Mike Tyson Cover
This September 1990 issue of Boxing Illustrated features Mike Tyson on the cover, published in the aftermath of his shocking defeat to Buster Douglas in Tokyo. The issue examines whether Tyson could ever reclaim the aura of invincibility that once made him the most feared man in boxing. With exclusive interviews, retrospectives, and in-depth features, it captures a pivotal moment in the sport’s history.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition. The item pictured is the exact one you will receive. Please check photos for condition purposes. All magazines are shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
-
Can Mike Tyson Come All the Way Back? – John Phillips assesses Tyson’s shocking fall from dominance and his chances for redemption.
-
Exclusive: Tony Ayala’s First Prison Interview – Rosemary Ross speaks with the once-promising contender as he reflects on his downfall and uncertain future.
-
Jerry Quarry’s Ill-Fated Comeback – Dennis Bingham details the respected heavyweight’s final attempt at returning to the ring.
-
Rocky on Rocky – Rocky Graziano tells his own story, revealing the man behind the legend.
-
Pernell Whitaker: How Slick Is He? – Logan Hobson examines Whitaker’s technical brilliance and place among the best fighters of his era.
Additional Features:
-
Why Is Mike Tyson Playing Games With Me? – Arnie Grossinger
-
Nick the Black Sheep Becomes Champ – Lester Bromberg
-
Sam Taub: “The Boston Tar Baby” – Al Laney
-
Scrapbook section with rare archival material
Departments & Columns:
-
In This Corner – Bert Randolph Sugar
-
Opening Round – Alphonso Normandia
-
14-Kt Goldman – Herbert G. Goldman
-
As The Boxing World Turns – Wallace Matthews
-
Famous Blue Pieces – Thomas Hauser
-
The Boxing Answerwoman – Iris Bell
-
Closing Bell – Sid Terris
-
Other sections include The Boxing Box, Collector’s Corner, Wilbert’s Letters, Crosstrainers, Inside Boxing, Press Conference, Knowing the Ropes, and The Black & Blue Pages
Ratings, Results & Statistics:
-
Budweiser Editorial and official Budweiser Ratings
-
Boxing Illustrated Top 10 Pound-for-Pound rankings
-
Results Around the World
-
At the Bell featuring Bela Szilagyi
This issue offers a deep dive into Tyson’s career crossroads while also celebrating the stories of boxing greats past and present. A valuable addition for collectors, historians, and fans of heavyweight boxing.