Description
The Ring Magazine – June 1992 (Mike Tyson Cover, VG)
This June 1992 issue of The Ring Magazine features Mike Tyson on the cover, highlighting him as one of the sport’s “contemporary legends” with a special photo centerfold. The issue dives into the state of boxing without Tyson, Larry Holmes’ surprising comeback, and the enduring stories of both rising stars and past greats.
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear typical of its age. Please review photos for condition details. Comes in a protective plastic sleeve. Combined shipping available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
Features
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200,000 Miles, 100 Fights: Buck Smith’s Wild Road to the Welterweight Title – By Hal Estin (p. 20)
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Boxing Without Mike Tyson: Questions That Must Be Answered – By Steve Farhood (p. 24)
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Billy Graham (1922–1992): The Mob Cost Him The Title – By Robert Cassidy (p. 32)
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Larry Holmes Defies Grandfather Time – “I’m Not Tommy Morrison!” – By Jeff Ryan (p. 36)
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Life After Boxing: Cherries for Enrique Pinder, Pits for Hilario Zapata – By James Dugas (p. 42)
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Why James Toney Almost Lost To An Off-The-Board Underdog – By Joseph C. Tintle (p. 44)
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The Enduring Legend of Benny Lynch – By Ed Maloney (p. 46)
Color Centerfold
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The Ring’s Contemporary Legends: Mike Tyson – Photography by Will Hart (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: Flyweight David Kotey (p. 22)
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Time Capsules (p. 28)
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Battle of the Legends: George Foreman vs. Sonny Liston (p. 34)
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Worldwide Fight Results (p. 48)
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The Ring Classic: Tony DeMarco – A History by Murray Goodman (p. 74)
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Looking Ahead – By Jeff Ryan (p. 78)
Why Collect This Issue?
This edition captures boxing in transition—Tyson sidelined, Holmes battling time, and Toney nearly upset—while honoring legendary names like Billy Graham, Benny Lynch, and Tony DeMarco. With a Tyson photo centerfold, it’s a prime collectible from the early 1990s heavyweight era.