Description
The Ring Magazine – May 1974 (Muhammad Ali Cover, No Label, Very Good Condition)
This vintage issue of The Ring Magazine (May 1974) features Muhammad Ali on the cover, published in the months leading up to his legendary “Rumble in the Jungle” bout with George Foreman. Packed with insight from Ali himself, commentary from his trainer Angelo Dundee, and coverage of international boxing stars, this issue stands out as an essential piece of 1970s boxing history.
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive. Please review photos for condition purposes. Each issue is shipped with a protective plastic covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from this issue include:
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At Ringside
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Monzon Manhandles Napoles: Retirement or Valdez Next? (by J.A. Tree)
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Special Features
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“What I’ll Do When I’m Through” — by Muhammad Ali as told to Murray Goodman
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“Ali Is Not Afraid of Any Fighter,” Says Dundee (by Dan Daniel)
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In Hall of Fame (by Nat Loubet)
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Papke, Victor Over Ketchel, Loving Only Too Well — tragic story of Stanley Ketchel’s end (by Ted Harrison)
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“Boxing Was Good To Me,” Says Bobo Olson (by Murray Olderman)
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Determined Vilomar Viruet Shows High Skill (by Fred Eisenstadt)
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Hutchins Looking to Day of Supremacy as Light Heavyweight (by Paul Guilfoyle)
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South African Steyn Specializes in Meeting Champions (by Ronald Scott)
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Extra Attractions
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Fistic Funnies (by Gerald Gardner)
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Ring Camera Clicks
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Questions and Answers
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Inside The Ropes (by Ruby Goldstein)
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Punch Lines
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Middleweight Champion Portrait: Harry Greb
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World Ratings
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Tony Licata — Fighter of the Month (by Nat Loubet)
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Prospects of the Month
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United States Ratings
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Results for the Month
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This issue captures Muhammad Ali’s own words about his life after boxing, Dundee’s insights into his fearlessness, and critical analysis of the middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. A must-have for collectors of Ali memorabilia and fans of 1970s boxing history.