Description
KO Boxing Magazine – March 1988
Sugar Ray Leonard Cover | No Label | Very Good Condition
This March 1988 issue of KO Boxing Magazine features Sugar Ray Leonard on the cover, highlighting his enduring star power during one of boxing’s most competitive eras. The issue also looks back at 1987 with KO’s Year-End Awards, while covering Thomas Hearns’ historic fourth title, Marvin Hagler’s reflections in retirement, and the much-anticipated hope of a Mike Tyson vs. Michael Spinks superfight.
Condition:
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with age. This copy comes with no mailing label, making it more desirable for 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 1988 Issue Highlights:
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Between Rounds – George Foreman’s comeback, Sumbu Kalambay’s rise, and opinions on Breland
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Fight Confidential – The year’s postcards, the “All-Ryan” team, and remembering two legends
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Perspective – The winners and losers of 1987
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International Report – Prince Charles Williams becomes a king, Vaca upsets Honeyghan, Nunn shines
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Thomas Hearns – Why his record fourth world title isn’t enough
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Jeff Chandler – Life after retirement and coping with reality
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Superfight ’88? – Fan poll and speculation on Tyson vs. Spinks
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KO Interview: Marvin Hagler – “I’m getting to love myself as the man, not the boxer”
Special Year-End Section:
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Knockout of the Year
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Upset of the Year
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Fighter of the Year
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Fight of the Year
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Round of the Year
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Comeback of the Year
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KO’s Highly Unofficial Official Awards
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Montage of 1987’s best action in full color
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The Wacky, Weird, and Highly Unusual moments of the year
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A full retrospective on 1987 and an outlook for 1988
Additional Features:
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Media Watch – The best and worst of 1987’s televised boxing
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World Ratings – WBA, WBC, and IBF standings
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Worldwide Ratings – KO’s independent global rankings
This issue is a must-have for boxing collectors, capturing Sugar Ray Leonard’s star presence, Thomas Hearns’ continued legacy, Marvin Hagler’s reflections, and the anticipation of a Tyson-Spinks clash—all while chronicling the biggest stories and fights of 1987.