Description
The Ring Magazine – May 1992 (James Toney Cover, Very Good Condition)
This May 1992 issue of The Ring Magazine features James Toney on the cover in the midst of his rise as one of boxing’s most skilled champions. Inside, readers will find in-depth coverage on the end of two historic title reigns, a feature on the fiery personality of James Toney, and an early spotlight on future superstar Bernard Hopkins in New Faces. A special color centerfold highlights Marvelous Marvin Hagler as one of The Ring’s Contemporary Legends.
The magazine is in very good condition, showing only minor wear on the edges. Please review photos for exact condition details. Ships in a protective plastic sleeve. Combined shipping available upon request.
Contents & Highlights
Features
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Myung Woo Yuh & Khaosai Galaxy: Boxing’s Longest Title Reigns End Within Five Days – By Steve Farhood (p. 22)
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Division by Division: The Longest Reigns in Boxing History (p. 24)
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Special Photo Feature: Boxing’s Longest-Reigning Champs (p. 26)
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The Night Rocky Graziano Went Wild (p. 32)
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Boxing’s Mad About James Toney – And James Toney’s Mad About Everything – By Jeff Ryan (p. 36)
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Former Middleweight Champion Billy Soose: The College Kid Who Made The Grade – By Roger Mooney (p. 42)
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After Four Unfulfilling Years, Roy Jones Remains Convinced: Father Knows Best – By Robert Cassidy (p. 44)
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IBF Cruiser King James Waring: The Rock’s Long Road To A Title – By Joseph C. Tintle (p. 46)
Color Centerfold
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Marvelous Marvin Hagler – The Ring’s Contemporary Legends series (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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Ryan Out Loud – By Jeff Ryan (p. 12)
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New Faces: Middleweight Bernard Hopkins (p. 16)
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Time Capsules (p. 20)
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Battle of the Legends: Roberto Duran vs. Julio Cesar Chavez (p. 28)
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Worldwide Fight Results (p. 48)
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The Ring Classic: Henry Armstrong – Human Buzz Saw – By Nat Fleischer (p. 74)
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Looking Ahead – By Steve Farhood (p. 78)
Why Collect This Issue?
This issue captures James Toney at his peak, chronicles the end of two of boxing’s longest title reigns, and features an early glimpse of Bernard Hopkins before he became a legend. With timeless features on Rocky Graziano, Roy Jones Jr., and Marvin Hagler, it’s a must-have for serious boxing collectors and fans of the 1990s fight scene.