Description
KO Boxing Magazine – February 1986
Michael Spinks “King Michael” Cover | No Label | Very Good Condition
This February 1986 issue of KO Boxing Magazine features Michael Spinks on the cover, honored as “King Michael” following his historic upset victory over Larry Holmes. The issue captures Spinks’ crowning moment alongside coverage of Barry McGuigan’s rise, Chávez’s dominance, and boxing’s biggest stars of the mid-1980s.
Condition:
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with its age. It comes with no mailing label, making it especially appealing to collectors. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. Each issue is shipped with a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – February 1986 Issue Highlights:
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Between Rounds – Reader letters on Wilfred Benítez and a possible Camacho-Pryor matchup
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Fight Confidential with Steve Farhood – Reflections on Larry Holmes
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The Tattler – Gossip, rumors, and opinions from inside the sport
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Perspective – “The Gray Hope” by Jeff Ryan
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Media Watch – Boxing’s television kings
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International Report – Nelson stops Ordenes; Chávez batters Pratchett
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Superstars & Superfights – Spotlight: Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Thomas Hearns
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Rocky IV – A look at Sylvester Stallone’s boxing blockbuster
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The Predictor – KO’s fight forecasts
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Barry McGuigan – “The Cyclone” prepares to conquer America
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Shawn O’Sullivan – Canada’s All-American welterweight prospect
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Michael Spinks – How he defeated Holmes in a historic upset
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Who Is the World’s Best Fighter? – Results of KO’s annual poll
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Round by Round – Reports on McGuigan-Taylor and Holmes-Spinks
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KO Records – Alphabetical listing of 156 top fighters
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WBA & WBC Ratings – Sanctioning body rankings
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Worldwide Ratings – KO’s independent global rankings
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Endslugs – Analysis of ratings shifts and fighter statistics
This issue is a must-have for collectors and fans of boxing history, celebrating Michael Spinks’ triumph over Holmes and capturing a pivotal moment in the mid-1980s boxing scene.