Description
KO Boxing Magazine – September 1989
Carl Williams & Mike Tyson Cover | No Label | Very Good Condition
This September 1989 issue of KO Boxing Magazine features Carl “The Truth” Williams and Mike Tyson on the cover, reflecting the high-stakes drama of their heavyweight clash. Packed with insider interviews, international coverage, and expert analysis, the issue highlights Tyson’s dominance, Williams’ bold confidence, and other key storylines shaping late-1980s boxing.
Condition:
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with its age. This copy has no mailing label, which makes it especially collectible. The magazine shown in the photos is the exact one you will receive. All items are shipped with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – September 1989 Issue Highlights:
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Between Rounds – Letters on Sugar Ray Leonard, Gerry Cooney, and whether Chavez is overrated
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Fight Confidential by Jeff Ryan – “The Rest of the Story”
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Perspective by Steve Farhood – “Bizarre? Not In Boxing”
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International Report – Patterson vs. Cruz; Breland’s win over Pineda
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The Predictor – Forecasts of Whitaker-Ramirez, Van Horn-Rosi, and more
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Julio Cesar Chavez Feature – Chavez dismantles the “Mexican Assassin” for national pride
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Brian Mitchell – Why boxing’s oddest title reign keeps him away from home
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Carl Williams Exclusive – “I Beat Up Tyson Before, I’ll Do It Again”
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KO Close-Up – Fact sheet on IBF middleweight champion Michael Nunn
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KO Pinup – Full-color poster of Michael Nunn
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Dream Match Analysis – Pernell Whitaker vs. Meldrick Taylor: the fight fans would never see
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KO Interview: Marv Albert – “Boxing borders on the lunatic and bizarre”
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World Ratings – WBA, WBC, and IBF divisional standings
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KO Ratings – KO’s independent rankings of the best fighters worldwide
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The Tattler – Boxing’s latest gossip, news, and rumors
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Blast From the Past – Revisiting the legendary Dempsey-Willard clash
This issue is a standout for boxing collectors and fans of the Tyson era, offering an authentic snapshot of the heavyweight division in 1989, along with insights into stars like Chavez, Whitaker, Taylor, and Nunn.