Description
World Boxing Magazine – June 1992 – Glenwood Brown vs. Meldrick Taylor – Good Condition
This vintage World Boxing Magazine from June 1992 is in good condition, with typical age-related wear. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. Please review the photos for a full understanding of condition.
All issues are shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – June 1992
Features
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Cassius Clay / Muhammad Ali: “He Had a Fast Tongue and Faster Hands” – A retrospective on Ali’s rise a decade after his debut, culminating in his shocking victory over Sonny Liston that changed boxing forever.
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The Forgotten Fighter of Kronk: Jemal Hinton – Often overshadowed, Hinton shares his story of setbacks, perseverance, and his fight to remain relevant.
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Boxing’s Thrill-a-Minute Champion: Meldrick Taylor – After his crushing loss to Julio César Chávez, questions loom about Taylor’s longevity and whether he can still compete at the highest level.
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The Second Life of Iran Barkley: Too Legit to Quit – Following surgeries and career turbulence, Barkley seeks redemption in the ring.
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Kelcie Banks: Is It Too Late? – Once a decorated amateur standout, Banks faces the challenge of reviving a career that never lived up to its promise.
Departments
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The Opening Round – “Is the A.C. Express on Track?” by Joseph C. Tintle.
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World Boxing Ratings – Compilation of the world’s best fighters.
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World Ratings – Official rankings across the three major organizations.
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Showdown! – Preview of the highly anticipated Holyfield–Bowe slugfest.
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World Boxing’s Division Analysis – Examination of the junior middleweight division.
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International Wrapup – Coverage including Yuh’s title defense, Tate’s KO of Maynard, Roy Jones Jr.’s New York debut, and more.
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The Final Word – Reader letters on Thomas Hearns, Virgil Hill, and the heavyweights.
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Media Review – Rockin’ On the USA.
Highlights
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Retrospective on Muhammad Ali’s breakthrough against Sonny Liston
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Jemal Hinton’s candid story as Kronk’s forgotten fighter
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Meldrick Taylor’s uncertain future after his war with Chávez
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Iran Barkley’s gritty comeback
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Kelcie Banks’ struggle to save a faltering career
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Preview of Holyfield vs. Bowe, one of the decade’s defining heavyweight clashes
This issue balances historical perspective with contemporary storylines, showcasing comebacks, cautionary tales, and previews of the heavyweight future. A valuable collectible for fans of early 1990s boxing.