Description
World Boxing Magazine January 1986 Donald Curry & Milton McCrory Cover No Label
This January 1986 issue of World Boxing Magazine features Donald Curry and Milton McCrory on the cover, previewing their high-stakes welterweight clash. Packed with in-depth features, fighter profiles, and exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, this issue captures boxing during one of its most competitive eras.
Condition
The magazine is in good condition, showing normal signs of age. The exact copy in the listing photos is the one you will receive. Please review pictures for condition purposes. Each issue is shipped with a protective plastic covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Highlights from the January 1986 Issue
Feature Articles
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Wilfred Benitez: Shining Again . . . For One Night—or For the Future? – examining whether Benitez’s latest performance signals a real comeback or a fleeting reminder of past brilliance.
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Mark Breland: The Heat Is On, But He’s Cooling His Critics – Breland proves doubters wrong with renewed confidence and knockout power.
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Michael Spinks: The Giant Killer Makes and Breaks History in Two Divisions – Spinks’ shocking victory over Larry Holmes and the challenges of his reign as heavyweight champion.
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Hector Camacho: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Macho Man – unfiltered stories of Camacho’s larger-than-life personality inside and outside the ring.
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Preview & Analysis: Curry vs. McCrory – detailed breakdown of the much-anticipated welterweight showdown.
Departments and Regular Features
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Before the Bell – readers’ letters on fighters like “Neon” Leon Spinks.
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World Boxing Fight Review – coverage of Azumah Nelson’s defense and “The Truth” Witherspoon’s big win.
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International Fight Summary – comprehensive roundup of results worldwide.
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Worldwide Ratings – updated rankings of boxing’s best fighters.
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WBA & WBC Ratings – official monthly listings from the sanctioning bodies.
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Prelims – capsule boxing news.
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Hot Prospects – profiles on Slobodan Kačar and John Meekins.
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Great Rivalries – revisiting the Charles–Walcott heavyweight rivalry.
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Ringside News and Views – “Burning Out” by Richard Countis.
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On the Air – TV Fighter of the Month Robbie Sims and broadcast reviews.
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Championship Challenge – feature on Rocky Marciano.
Collectible Value
This issue is especially collectible for its Donald Curry vs. Milton McCrory preview, a pivotal fight in welterweight history. With additional features on Wilfred Benitez, Michael Spinks, Hector Camacho, and Mark Breland, it provides a comprehensive look at some of boxing’s most intriguing figures of the 1980s.


