Description
Fight Game Magazine – January 1984 (Issue No. 11, Ray Mancini Cover, No Label, VG)
This January 1984 issue of Fight Game Magazine (No. 11) features Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini on the cover as he prepares for one of the toughest battles of his career against Bobby Chacon. The magazine also covers the aftermath of Arguello–Pryor II, Roberto Durán’s place among the all-time greats, and Jerry Quarry’s surprising comeback attempt. A must-have issue for boxing fans and collectors of 1980s fight history.
The magazine is in very good condition, with minor edge wear consistent with age. The pictured issue is the exact one you will receive. Comes with a protective plastic sleeve. Combined shipping available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
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Ray Mancini’s Toughest Test – Mancini vs. Bobby Chacon: “Boom Boom” faces his hardest challenge (by Arthur Harris).
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Arguello–Pryor II Aftermath – Farewell to Alexis Arguello, with new respect for Aaron Pryor (by Ed Schuyler).
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How Does Roberto Durán Rate with the All-Time Greats? – Measuring “Hands of Stone” against boxing’s legends (by Lester Bromberg).
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The Incredible Comeback of Jerry Quarry – Can Quarry win the cruiserweight crown at 40? (by Mike Marley).
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What’s Really Wrong with Thomas Hearns? – Examining the setbacks of the Motor City Cobra (by Jack Thompson).
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Jack Dempsey Versus the World – How would “The Manassa Mauler” fare against every heavyweight champion? (by Steve Vance).
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Howard Davis Jr.: “I Want Mancini and Pryor!” – The Olympic gold medalist eyes another title run (by Ron Scott Stevens).
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The Long Road Back for Wilford Scypion – Recovery after his devastating loss to Marvelous Marvin Hagler (by Gary Nager).
Why Collect This Issue?
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Cover story on Ray Mancini, one of the most popular fighters of the 1980s.
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Historic coverage of Arguello’s retirement and Pryor’s rise.
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Thought-provoking features on Durán, Hearns, Quarry, and Jack Dempsey.
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A key snapshot of boxing’s changing era in the early 1980s.