Description
KO Boxing Magazine – March 1985
Marvin Hagler Cover | No Label | Good Condition
This March 1985 issue of KO Boxing Magazine features Marvelous Marvin Hagler on the cover during the height of his reign as middleweight champion, as anticipation built for his legendary showdown with Thomas “Hitman” Hearns. Packed with analysis, interviews, and round-by-round recaps, this issue captures one of boxing’s most thrilling eras.
Condition:
The magazine is in good condition, showing light age-related wear. It comes with no mailing label, making it more appealing for collectors. The exact magazine in the photos is the one you will receive. Each issue is shipped in a plastic protective sleeve, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – March 1985 Issue Highlights:
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Between Rounds – Reader letters on Hagler-Hearns, The Cobra, and The Beast
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Fight Confidential (Steve Farhood) – Issues facing Joltin’ Jeff and Hagler; plus The Tattler
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Perspective – “Delivering Lifeblood Through Cable” by Al Bernstein
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Media Watch – Part I: Lists and anecdotes from the boxing media
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Punchlines – “Perfect 10s”
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International Report – Ramirez shocks Rosario; Costello crushes Mamby; McCallum mashes Mannion
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KO Interview: Thomas Hearns – “Right now, Marvin Hagler’s a very confused man”
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Fight of the Year – Carlos Santos upsets Mark Medal in 15 rounds for the IBF junior middleweight title
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Head to Head – Mike McCallum vs. Davey Moore: expert predictions
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Next for Hagler – Why Thomas Hearns is the only fight that matters
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KO Close-Up – WBA junior middleweight champ Mike McCallum
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KO Centerfold – Full-color poster of Mike McCallum
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Russian Roulette in the Ring – Juan Meza blasts Jaime Garza in one round
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One Punch Away – Larry Holmes survives Bonecrusher Smith, but can he survive 1985?
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Cannon: Rocky Marciano – On outlasting Archie Moore and knowing when to retire
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Round by Round – Detailed coverage of Holmes-Bonecrusher, Meza-Garza, Hagler-Hamsho, and Santos-Medal
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WBA & WBC Ratings – Monthly updated sanctioning body rankings
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KO Records – Complete listing of 156 rated fighters and their records
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KO Ratings – Ramirez, Santos, and McCallum crowned and climbing
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Endslugs – Ratings analysis and an Ali vs. Holmes opponent comparison
This issue is a must-have for fans of Hagler, Hearns, and 1980s boxing history, offering rare insight into the rivalries, upsets, and title clashes that defined the golden era of the sport.