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James Slater has been a respected voice at Boxing247.com (formerly East Side Boxing) for over twenty years. Known for his deep knowledge of the sport, he covers everything from breaking news and historical features to exclusive fighter interviews. Throughout his career, Slater has spoken with world champions, rising prospects, and boxing legends alike, offering readers trusted insight and genuine passion for the fight game.

Kevin “Kingpin” Johnson Now A Russian Citizen, Changes His Name To Kevin Vladimirovich

08/11/2023 James Slater
Kevin “Kingpin” Johnson Now A Russian Citizen, Changes His Name To Kevin Vladimirovich

This one’s an interesting story. Kevin Johnson, the long-time heavyweight contender known as “Kingpin,” now wishes to … continue

Hopkins Sees Charlo Giving Canelo “A Nightmare,” Says The Longer The Fight Goes, The More Canelo Will Start Showing His Age

08/10/2023 James Slater
Hopkins Sees Charlo Giving Canelo “A Nightmare,” Says The Longer The Fight Goes, The More Canelo Will Start Showing His Age

As fans are aware, it has now been made official: Canelo Alvarez will defend his unified super-middleweight … continue

R.I.P Roy Harris – A Heavyweight Who Fought The Best

08/10/2023 James Slater

It was reported yesterday how former heavyweight contender and world title challenger Roy Harris passed away, this … continue

Naoya Inoue Vs. Tank Davis At A Catch-Weight? Floyd Mayweather Wants To See It

08/09/2023 James Slater
Naoya Inoue Vs. Tank Davis At A Catch-Weight? Floyd Mayweather Wants To See It

It sure seems crazy to a whole lot of people, but there does seem to be some … continue

Robert Helenuis Says He Wants Wilder Rematch After He Beats Joshua!

08/09/2023 James Slater
Robert Helenuis Says He Wants Wilder Rematch After He Beats Joshua!

He’s in shape, he couldn’t turn down the offer to fight at short-notice, and now veteran heavyweight … continue

Manny Pacquiao Says He’d Like To Train Naoya Inoue

08/09/2023 James Slater
Manny Pacquiao Says He'd Like To Train Naoya Inoue

Plenty of boxing people, be they fans, experts, active and retired fighters, have compared Japanese superstar Naoya … continue

The Great Ken Norton Would Have Been 80 Today

08/09/2023 James Slater
The Great Ken Norton Would Have Been 80 Today

For a fighter who, aside from having so many positively fine assets, “couldn’t take a big punch”, … continue

Joshua vs Helenius LIVE On (Regular) DAZN This Saturday Night

08/08/2023 James Slater
Joshua vs Helenius LIVE On (Regular) DAZN This Saturday Night

As fight fans may have heard by now, Anthony Joshua will go ahead with Saturday’s planned action, … continue

35 Years Ago Today: The Great Kid Chocolate Died – The Greatest Cuban Boxer Ever?

08/08/2023 James Slater
35 Years Ago Today: The Great Kid Chocolate Died – The Greatest Cuban Boxer Ever?

Heaven knows, the tiny island of Cuban has produced so, so many boxing greats – masters, technicians, … continue

Jermain Franklin Lays Into Dillian Whyte: “He Was Probably Doing It When We Fought Too”

08/08/2023 James Slater
Jermain Franklin Lays Into Dillian Whyte: “He Was Probably Doing It When We Fought Too”

As is often the case when a big-name fighter flunks a drugs test, either before or after … continue

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