1986 (Jan 6) Sports Illustrated Mike Tyson First SI Cover PSA 6.0 White Pages

1986 Sports Illustrated – January 6, 1986
Mike Tyson First-Ever Sports Illustrated Cover – “Kid Dynamite”
PSA 6.0 (White Pages) – Subscription Edition

Offered here is an exceptionally important vintage Sports Illustrated issue featuring Mike Tyson’s first-ever appearance on the cover of Sports Illustrated, professionally graded PSA 6.0 with White Pages. This iconic “Kid Dynamite” cover captures Tyson at just 19 years old, on the brink of becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history and redefining dominance in the sport.

Significance of This Issue

• Mike Tyson’s first Sports Illustrated cover

• Documents Tyson’s meteoric rise as boxing’s most feared young heavyweight

• Pre-championship-era issue highlighting his raw power and intimidation

• Foundational collectible for boxing and combat sports collectors

About Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson is widely regarded as one of the most dominant and intimidating heavyweight boxers of all time. In 1986, later the same year as this issue, Tyson would become the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history at age 20. Known for his explosive speed, devastating knockout power, and relentless fighting style, Tyson changed the perception of heavyweight boxing and became a global sports icon whose influence transcended the ring.

Grading & Condition

• PSA Certified Grade: 6.0 (White Pages)

• Subscription Edition

• Professionally encapsulated by PSA for preservation and display

• Strong eye appeal for the grade with clean pages and solid structure

Additional Details

• Publisher: Time Inc.

• Cover Date: January 6, 1986

• Back cover features original Winston cigarettes advertisement

• Key mid-1980s Sports Illustrated issue tied to one of boxing’s most historic rises

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.