Description
World Boxing Magazine – January 1987 – Mike Tyson Cover – No Label – VG
This vintage World Boxing Magazine from January 1987 is in very good condition, with only minor edge wear consistent with age. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. For its age, it remains well-preserved and highly collectible. Please see detailed photos for condition reference.
All magazines are shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – January 1987
Features
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Marvin Hagler & Sugar Ray Leonard: Champions at Their Peak – A photo essay highlighting two legends at their best, including Hagler’s destruction of Tony Sibson and Leonard’s knockout of Thomas Hearns.
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Michael Spinks Aims Toward Unification: Too Small to Win It All? – Spinks dominates HBO’s heavyweight series but faces the looming challenges of Tyson and Cooney.
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Lightweight Sensation Vinny Pazienza – “It’s time to give the Devil his due… and a title shot.” The flamboyant Rhode Islander rises in the rankings with his fan-friendly style.
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Bobby Czyz: Tragedy, Tough Times, and Finally, Triumph – A redemption story of persistence and victory after years of setbacks.
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Donald Curry Stopped by Lloyd Honeyghan – A shocking upset in Atlantic City that shook up the welterweight division.
Departments
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Before the Bell – Letters on McCallum, Hagler, and Camacho.
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World Boxing Fight Review – Coverage of “Lightning Lighting Pop,” “Thunder,” and “Brenda’s Explosion.”
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International Fight Summary – Worldwide boxing results.
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Worldwide Ratings – Top 15 fighters across three organizations.
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The World of Ratings – Analysis of sanctioning board dynamics.
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The Bell Ringers – Capsule news briefs.
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Introducing Update – Spotlight on Jesse Benavides.
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Preview & Analysis: Berbick vs. Tyson – Does Mike Tyson have the mettle to claim the heavyweight crown?
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Ringside News and Views – Commentary by Ed Ryan: “The fuse is now lit.”
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On the Air – Fight of the Month (Michael Spinks) and TV coverage reviews.
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Championship Challenge – This month’s theme: The Mandatory.
Highlights
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Photo essay of Hagler and Leonard’s peak performances
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Michael Spinks’ heavyweight campaign and pursuit of unification
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Vinny Pazienza’s rise in the lightweight division
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Bobby Czyz’s redemption story after years of adversity
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Lloyd Honeyghan’s shocking upset of Donald Curry
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Anticipation of Trevor Berbick vs. Mike Tyson
This issue captures a turning point in the sport, with Tyson on the verge of superstardom and major shifts across multiple divisions. A must-have for collectors of 1980s boxing history.