Description
World Boxing Magazine – November 1987 – Donald Curry Cover – No Label – Good Condition
This vintage World Boxing Magazine from November 1987 is in good condition, with normal wear consistent with age. The exact magazine pictured is the one you will receive. Please review the photos for an accurate assessment of condition.
All magazines are shipped with a protective plastic covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents – November 1987
Features
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Duarte–Davila: The Battle of Blood – A violent reunion fight between Frankie Duarte and Albert Davila, reviving the memory of classic bantamweight wars.
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Donald Curry: The Story Behind His Crushing Fall – Once seen as the next Sugar Ray Leonard, Curry’s collapse was swift and shocking.
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Meldrick Taylor: No Longer the Forgotten Olympian – Rising from the shadows of Holyfield and others, Taylor begins his ascent in the junior welterweight ranks.
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Decade by Decade: The Most Dramatic Fights of the Last 50 Years – A retrospective on some of boxing’s most unforgettable thrillers.
Departments
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Before the Bell – Letters on George Foreman, Vinny Pazienza, and boxing’s “Book of Lists.”
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World Boxing Fight Review – Hilton’s knockout win and Ramirez’s return to form.
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International Fight Summary – Comprehensive worldwide results.
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Worldwide Ratings – Editorial survey of the sport’s top fighters.
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The World Ratings – Official monthly ratings from the three major sanctioning bodies.
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Famous Fights – Revisiting the first Muhammad Ali–Ken Norton clash.
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Preview & Analysis: Hearns vs. Roldan – Can “The Hit Man” make history?
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Great Rivalries – Spotlight on the legendary six-fight saga between Sugar Ray Robinson and Jake LaMotta.
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Ringside News and Views – “Split Personality.”
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On the Air – TV Fighter of the Month (Mike McCallum) and reviews of televised bouts.
Highlights
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Frankie Duarte vs. Albert Davila’s bloody and dramatic rematch
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The shocking collapse of Donald Curry’s career
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The rise of Olympic standout Meldrick Taylor
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Retrospective on the most dramatic fights of the past 50 years
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Preview of Thomas Hearns vs. Juan Roldan
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Historic rivalries including Robinson vs. LaMotta
This issue captures both the dramatic falls and promising rises that defined late 1980s boxing, along with a rich historical look back at the sport’s greatest moments. A strong collectible for boxing fans and historians alike.


