1986 (Dec 1) Sports Illustrated Mike Tyson WBC Title Win PSA 3.5 White Pages

1986 Sports Illustrated – December 1, 1986
Mike Tyson WBC Championship Cover – “Dynamite!”
PSA 3.5 (White Pages) – Subscription Edition (Label Removed)

Offered here is a historically important Sports Illustrated issue documenting Mike Tyson’s WBC Heavyweight Championship victory, professionally graded PSA 3.5 with White Pages. This powerful “Dynamite!” cover captures Tyson in action at just 20 years old, celebrating his ascent to the top of the heavyweight division and solidifying his place in boxing history.

This issue directly follows Tyson’s championship triumph, marking the moment he officially became the youngest heavyweight champion of the world, a record that still stands today.

Significance of This Issue

• Celebrates Mike Tyson’s WBC Heavyweight Championship victory

• Issued immediately following his historic title win at age 20

• Iconic in-ring action photograph highlighting Tyson’s explosive power

• Essential companion piece to Tyson’s first Sports Illustrated cover

About Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson is regarded as one of the most dominant heavyweight champions in boxing history. Known for his unmatched combination of speed, strength, and aggression, Tyson overwhelmed opponents with unprecedented ferocity. His championship reign reshaped heavyweight boxing in the late 1980s and made him one of the most recognizable and influential athletes of the 20th century.

Grading & Condition

• PSA Certified Grade: 3.5 (White Pages)

• Subscription Edition (Subscription label removed, as noted on PSA label)

• Professionally encapsulated by PSA for preservation and display

• Presents well with strong visual appeal for the assigned grade

Additional Details

• Publisher: Time Inc.

• Cover Date: December 1, 1986

• Back cover features original Merit Ultra Lights cigarette advertisement

• Key championship-era Sports Illustrated tied to a defining moment in boxing history

Provenance

From the Steve Grad Autograph Collection. Steve Grad has been a regular cast member on the History Channel’s Pawn Stars since 2013 and is widely recognized as one of the leading experts in autograph and memorabilia authentication. He currently serves as the Lead Authenticator at Beckett Authentication and previously held the role of Principal / Lead Authenticator at PSA/DNA from 2002 to 2016. This item originates from his personal collection, providing exceptional credibility and provenance.