Description
The Ring Magazine – August 1975 (Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier Cover, No Label, Good Condition)
This August 1975 issue of The Ring Magazine features Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier on the cover, spotlighting two of the greatest heavyweights in boxing history as their rivalry continued to dominate the sport. This was published just months before their legendary Thrilla in Manila, making it a significant collector’s piece from the golden era of heavyweight boxing.
The magazine is in good condition, with some minor edge wear consistent with age. Please review photos for exact condition. Item will be shipped in a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
Editorial
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As Nat Loubet Sees It (p. 5)
Controversy
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Ali Knows I Beat Him Twice – By Ken Norton (p. 18)
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Fights That Should Not Have Been Made – By Bob Goodman (p. 22)
Championship Fights
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Ali Knocks Out Lyle In 11 (Rope-A-Dope at Work) – By Nat Loubet (p. 8)
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De Oliveira Beats Duran In Fifteen – By Jack A. Tree (p. 10)
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K. Finnegan Loses To Tonna in Fifteen (p. 11)
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WBA Light-Heavy Champ Galindez Stops Elson – By Don Majeski (p. 12)
Special Features
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Ali Plans Beyond Fighting Days – By Dan Daniel (p. 6)
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Contenders Or Pretenders? – By John Ort (p. 13)
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Art Hafey Headed For Feather Laurels – By John Greensmith (p. 24)
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New York Boxing Writers Dinner (p. 25)
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A Middleweight Grows in Brooklyn: Name Is Gregory – By Fred Eisenstadt (p. 30)
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Cooper Takes Out Love In Ninth In Frisco – By Christopher Coates (p. 34)
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Tommy Loughran Hit Of London – By Ron Olver (p. 35)
Extra Attractions
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Remember When (p. 26)
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Questions and Answers (p. 29)
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Camera Clicks (p. 32)
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Punch Lines (p. 37)
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Up And Down Old Broadway – By Sam Taub (p. 40)
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Ringside With “Sailor” Don Sauer – By Don Sauer (p. 46)
World Ratings
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Muhammad Ali — Fighter Of The Month – By Nat Loubet (p. 20)
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Prospects Of The Month (p. 21)
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United States Ratings (p. 31)
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Worldwide Fight Results (p. 61)
Why Collect This Issue?
This issue is a historic time capsule from the mid-70s heavyweight scene, featuring Ali fresh off his knockout of Ron Lyle and already looking beyond the ring while preparing for his next epic clash with Frazier. With commentary from Ken Norton, coverage of world title fights, and global boxing news, it’s a must-have for fans of Ali, Frazier, and heavyweight boxing’s golden era.