Description
Tommy Kay's Boxing Magazine – April 1974 – Muhammad Ali, Joe Frazier – No Label – VG
This April 1974 issue of Tommy Kay’s Boxing Guide captures the heated debates and rising stars of the boxing world during a pivotal year. With Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier both vying for a rematch against heavyweight champion George Foreman, this edition delivers sharp commentary, fighter profiles, and insights into the sport’s shifting landscape.
Condition:
The magazine is in very good condition with only minor edge wear. The item pictured in this listing is the exact copy you will receive. Please review all photos for details on condition. All items come with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Include:
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The Number One Contender! by Tommy Kay – Ali or Frazier? Their 1974 meeting determines who deserves the next shot at George Foreman.
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Duane Bobick: Boxing’s New Young Hope – A powerful Olympic medalist making waves as the best of 1973’s heavyweight newcomers.
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Charles “Sonny” Liston: A Remembrance – Exploring the mystery of Liston’s private struggles and undeniable talent.
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Kelly’s Not Ready to Quit! by Al Eschbach – A seasoned lightweight proving the experts wrong.
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Boxing Should Become a Seasonal Sport! – An editorial calling for reform against champions dodging contenders.
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Irish Jerry Quarry: Boxing’s Great White Mystery! by Robert Ruiz – The unpredictable highs and lows of Quarry’s career.
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David Ortega: Veteran Welter Finally Makes It! by Thomas Grass – The journey of a fighter shaped by hardship and persistence.
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Windmill Wows ’Em! by Greg Moore – The excitement of one of boxing’s most thrilling fighters.
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Dark Horse Candidates for the Heavyweight Crown by Bob Ruiz – Long-shot contenders worth watching.
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Sluggers in Celluloid: The Movie Boxers by Bob Ruiz – Hollywood’s take on the boxing world through its most famous films.
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Boxing Guide’s International Results – Global fight outcomes and ring news.
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Tommy Kay’s Ratings by Boxing Guide – Official rankings of world champions and contenders as of December 1973.
This issue is both a historical snapshot and a collector’s treasure, showcasing boxing’s greats alongside underdogs and forgotten contenders.