Description
World Boxing Magazine – August 1985 – Marvin Hagler vs. Thomas Hearns – No Label – Good Condition
This vintage World Boxing Magazine from August 1985 is in good condition, showing expected wear for its age. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. Please review the photos carefully for condition reference.
All issues are shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – August 1985
Features
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Barry McGuigan: After Uniting Ireland, Can He Conquer the World? – The “Clones Cyclone” rises to global prominence, uniting Irish fans across all allegiances.
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Hagler–Hearns: Eight Minutes That Electrified the World – The legendary April 15th battle between Marvelous Marvin Hagler and Thomas Hearns, remembered as one of boxing’s most explosive wars.
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From Sleeper to Champion: Jimmy Paul Surprises Harry Arroyo – Paul stuns Arroyo in Atlantic City, earning the lightweight crown with skill and poise.
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Michael Spinks: Is He Booed Being the Best? – Despite dominance in the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions, Spinks receives mixed reactions as his unbeaten record grows.
Departments
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Before the Bell – Reader letters and commentary.
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World Boxing Fight Review – Coverage of Tony Tubbs, Juan Laporte, and more.
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International Fight Summary – A listing of worldwide fight results.
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Worldwide Ratings – Rankings with major heavyweight shakeups.
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Ratings Analysis – Breakdown of the latest changes.
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WBA & WBC Ratings – Official monthly ratings.
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Hot Prospects – Profiles of Matthew Hilton and Juan Ramon Cruz.
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Preview & Analysis: Sandoval vs. Canizales – Anticipated bantamweight showdown.
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Great Rivalries – Featherweight classics: Willie Pep vs. Sandy Saddler.
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Ringside News and Views – Column by Richard Counts.
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On the Air – TV Fighter of the Month: Jimmy Paul.
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Championship Challenge – This month’s subject: Larry Holmes.
Highlights
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Barry McGuigan’s emergence as a unifying global star
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The unforgettable Hagler–Hearns war, one of boxing’s greatest fights
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Jimmy Paul’s upset over Harry Arroyo for the lightweight crown
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Michael Spinks’ dominance and the mixed public reception
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Classic rivalry feature: Willie Pep vs. Sandy Saddler
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Rising prospects Matthew Hilton and Juan Ramon Cruz
This issue captures one of the most iconic fights in boxing history—Hagler vs. Hearns—alongside profiles of champions and contenders shaping the mid-1980s fight scene. A strong addition to any boxing collection.