Indrajal Comics #55
In "The Phantom and The Champion," the self-assured Chesty makes a bold move, declaring Diana his destined partner and refusing to accept rejection. When the Phantom stands firm, Chesty challenges him to a charity bout—starting with a single round, which the Phantom wins. Enraged but outmaneuvered, Chesty escalates, demanding a full title fight, only to agree to donate his entire purse to charity if he loses. Written by Lee Falk and illustrated by Wilson McCoy, this 1967 Indrajal Comics issue delivers a classic clash of wills with a twist of generosity. Cover by Wilson McCoy.
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An overly self-confident decides Diana's his girl and won't take no for an answer and has decided she's his life partner. When the Phantom says no Chesty forces him into a single round charity bout. Which the Phantom wins. Infuriated Chesty doubles down and demands a full title fight, which the Phantom refuses until Chesty vows to donate his entire purse to charity.
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