HAGLER, MARVIN-JAMES MUGABI & THOMAS HEARNS-JAMES SHULER PRESS CREDENTIAL (1986)

On March 10, 1986 at Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas middleweight champion Marvin Hagler defended his title against John "The Beast" Mugabi. Hagler knocked Mugabi out in the 11th round. On the undercard NABF James Shuler defended his title against Thomas "Hitman" Hearns. Hearns knocked Shuler out in the 1st round. Shuler died a week later in a motorcycle accident. Offered here is an original press credential used by Hall Of Fame writer Jack Fiske to gain admittance to the arena.
This is an original credential which is encased in soft plastic. Bold color and print. Not creased or torn. Fiske is pictured on reverse. Staples used to hold to plastic. Minor edge and surface wear. 4 14" x 8 1/4."