Description
KO Boxing Magazine – March 1987
Vinny Pazienza Cover | No Label | Very Good Condition
This March 1987 issue of KO Boxing Magazine features Vinny Pazienza, “The Pazmanian Devil,” on the cover as he prepared to make his mark on the lightweight division. Known for his relentless style and larger-than-life personality, Pazienza’s rise is captured here alongside countdown coverage of the upcoming Hagler–Leonard Superfight, year-end awards from 1986, and features on legends like Thomas Hearns, Mike McCallum, and Matthew Saad Muhammad.
Condition:
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with its age. It comes with no mailing label, a detail highly valued by collectors. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. Each issue is shipped in a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – March 1987 Issue Highlights:
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Between Rounds – Reader letters on faulty ratings, Julio César Chávez, and the “Spinks Jinx”
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Fight Confidential – A bitter parting, lawn boy, and reflections on the year
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The Tattler – Gossip, news, and boxing opinions
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Perspective – One man’s take on the sport
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International Report – Hearns disappoints, Parkey shines, McCallum dominates
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Champions Hall of Fame – A pictorial tribute to Matthew Saad Muhammad
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The Predictor – Fight previews and forecasts: Hearns–Andries, Honeyghan–Bumphus, Johnson–Blanchard
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Hagler vs. Leonard – Countdown to the superfight begins
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Vinny Pazienza Feature – “The Pazmanian Devil” aims for the lightweight title
Special Year-End Section (1986):
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Knockout & Upset of the Year
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Round & Comeback of the Year
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Fighter of the Year
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Fight of the Year
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KO’s Highly Unofficial Official Awards
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Color montage of 1986’s top action
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The wacky, weird, and unusual moments
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1986 Title Fight Calendar
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Champions’ records from 1986
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A year in review and outlook for 1987
Additional Features:
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Worldwide Ratings – KO’s independent rankings of the best fighters
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World Ratings – Official WBC, WBA, and IBF standings
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Media Watch – The best and worst of televised boxing in 1986
This issue is a must-have for collectors of 1980s boxing, showcasing Vinny Pazienza’s rise, the anticipation of Leonard–Hagler, and KO’s authoritative year-end wrap-up of 1986.