DURAN, ROBERTO-SUGAR RAY LEONARD II PRESS KIT (1980)

On June 20, 1980 Roberto Duran defeated Sugar Ray Leonard by 15 round decision to win the World Welterweight Title. The two rematched On November 25, 1980 in New Orleans. This time the outcome was different. From the outset Leonard utilized his adept boxing skills and superior speed to dominate Duran. In round 8 a frustrated Duran declared "No Mas" and although seemingly unhurt, he quit fighting. This came as a shock to the boxing world who had long admired Duran for his grit and toughness. Offered here is a very scarce press kit which was distributed to the media for this event.
This is an original, 4 page, 2 pocket style press which includes loads of information on the fight, fighters, and venue as well as photos of the fighters themselves. Tight binding. Light cover stains. Inside is clean. Edge, corner and surface wear. 9 1/2" x 11 1/2."