Description
The Ring Magazine – December 1992 (George Foreman vs. Tommy Morrison Cover, Very Good Condition, Address Label Ripped)
This December 1992 issue of The Ring Magazine features heavyweight icons George Foreman and Tommy Morrison on the cover, previewing their much-discussed showdown. Packed with fight previews, Olympic fallout analysis, and boxing history features, this issue bridges the past and present—from Jack Dempsey tributes to the rise of Razor Ruddock and Lennox Lewis.
The magazine is in very good condition, with minor edge wear and a ripped address label (see photos). Still a fantastic piece for collectors. Item will arrive in a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available.
Contents & Highlights
Features
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The Jack Dempsey Museum: A Charming Tribute to a Legend by Michael Silver (p. 20)
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Olympic Recap: Bombing Out in Barcelona by Steve Farhood (p. 24)
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How the World Title Destroyed Randolph Turpin by Patrick Myler (p. 28)
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The Fight for the Right: Ruddock vs. Lennox Lewis Preview by Robert Cassidy (p. 32)
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George Foreman vs. Tommy Morrison – Should This Fight Happen? by Joseph C. Tintle (p. 36)
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Julian Jackson’s Big Scare: An Unknown Challenger Brings Hope to the Middleweights by Steve Farhood (p. 42)
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Can Al “Ice” Cole Lift the Cruisers Out of the Deep Freeze? by Jeff Ryan (p. 44)
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I Fought a 68-Year-Old Jack Johnson – And Lost! by Hubert Prichard (p. 46)
Color Centerfold
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Former Heavyweight Champion Floyd Patterson (p. 40)
Ringside Reports & Analyses
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Fighter of the Month & Ringside Reports (p. 50)
Ratings
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The Ring’s International Ratings & Records (p. 10)
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WBC, WBA, & IBF Ratings (p. 72)
Departments
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Ringside (p. 4)
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Come Out Writing (p. 6)
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Round One (p. 8)
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Katz Scan by Michael Katz (p. 14)
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New Faces: Light Heavyweight Egerton Marcus (p. 22)
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Battle of the Legends: Larry Holmes vs. George Foreman (p. 28)
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Time Capsules (p. 32)
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Worldwide Fight Results (p. 54)
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Boxing Collector’s Notebook by Don Scott (p. 70)
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The Ring Classic: Great Fighters Not Always Great Referees by Murray Goodman (p. 74)
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Looking Ahead by Jeff Ryan (p. 78)
Cover Photos: George Foreman by Marc Morrison; Tommy Morrison by Al Bello
Why Collect This Issue?
This issue captures a pivotal moment in heavyweight history, when a young Tommy Morrison was set against the legendary George Foreman. Combined with Olympic coverage, historical tributes, and a centerfold of Floyd Patterson, it’s a prime collectible for heavyweight-era enthusiasts and fans of boxing’s golden names.