James Slater

James Slater has been a leading voice at Boxing247.com (East Side Boxing) for more than two decades. His expertise lies in writing news, detailed historical articles, and conducting interviews with fighters across the globe. Over his career, Slater has spoken with world champions, prospects, and legends, bringing unique insights to both current events and boxing’s rich history. Slater’s long-standing commitment to the sport has made him a trusted source for fans who want context, reliability, and passion in their boxing news.

Parker’s Manager Hails Usyk As “Possibly The Greatest Of All-Time,” But Says He Needs To Fight Parker To “Cement His Legacy”

07/22/2025 James Slater

Ask around, and the majority of people in the boxing world do feel that Joseph Parker should … continue

Does Josh Taylor Deserve a Spot in the Hall of Fame? Frampton Says Yes—Do You?

07/22/2025 James Slater

As fans may have read, former unified, four-belt 140 pound champion Josh Taylor has retired from the … continue

Callum Smith-David Morrell Interim Title Fight Ordered By The WBO

07/21/2025 James Slater

British warrior Callum Smith might have missed out on a big fight with WBC light heavyweight champ … continue

Alalshikh Wants To Make A Fight Between Oleksandr Usyk and Moses Itauma

07/21/2025 James Slater

A proven heavyweight great, indeed a proven pound-for-pound great, against the next big thing of the heavyweight … continue

Former Unified 140 Pound Champion Josh Taylor Announces His Retirement From The Ring

07/21/2025 James Slater

Today, in what he readily admits was a tough thing for him to write, letting his fans … continue

Usyk vs. Kabayel? Agit Kabayel Calls For His Shot At Oleksandr Usyk

07/21/2025 James Slater

Kabayel: “For The Fans, This Is The Best Matchup” While newly crowned, now two-time four-belt heavyweight king … continue

Pacquiao And His Long-Time Trainer Freddie Roach Adamant Pac-Man Defeated Mario Barrios 8 Rounds To 4

07/22/202507/20/2025 James Slater

Most people you speak to today, be they boxing experts, both active and retired fighters, and fans, … continue

Lennox Lewis Says Of All The Current Heavyweight Contenders, Joseph Parker Has The “Best Chance” Of Beating Oleksandr Usyk

07/20/2025 James Slater

What will prove to be unified, four-belt heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk’s next move? Will Usyk, who looked … continue

Did Daniel Dubois “Quit” Against Usyk Last Night?

07/20/202507/20/2025 James Slater

Some of us absolutely loathe the term quitter, especially when it is hurled at a fight, a … continue

What Next For Manny Pacquiao, Mario Barrios?

07/22/202507/20/2025 James Slater

All-time great Manny Pacquiao can wake up feeling like a winner today, as well as feeling like … continue