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.

Andy Ruiz Says Tyson Fury Fight Is Official For July 22! Warren Says It’s Not!

04/28/2023 James Slater

Just who will WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury fight next? Last week (or was it the week … continue

R.I.P Former IBF Cruiserweight Champion “King” Arthur Williams

04/28/2023 James Slater

In sad news that flew somewhat under the radar, former IBF cruiserweight champion “King” Arthur Williams passed … continue

Ten Years Ago Today: Deontay Wilder Takes Out Audley Harrison In A Round In His One And Only Fight In The UK (Maybe)

04/27/2023 James Slater

How time flies. A decade ago today, an emerging heavyweight banger named Deontay Wilder had his one … continue

Teofimo Lopez In Hugely Controversial Interview: “This Is My Last Fight on ESPN. If They Want The Black Fighters They Can Keep Them”

04/27/2023 James Slater

Teofimo Lopez may soon be making an official apology. If not, the anger over the things the … continue

Floyd Mayweather to fight John Gotti III In June

04/27/2023 James Slater

The Mayweather Exhibition Tour Doesn’t Figure To End Any Time Soon The Floyd Mayweather exhibition tour doesn’t … continue

Tank Davis – Ryan Garcia PPV Buys Between 1.3 and 1.4 Million!

04/26/2023 James Slater

Going into Saturday’s big, big fight between unbeaten stars Gervonta Tank Davis and Ryan Garcia, Oscar De … continue

Shakur Stevenson On Potential Fight With Tank Davis: “I Think That’s The Biggest And Best Fight In Boxing”

04/26/2023 James Slater

Shakur Stevenson, speaking with TMZ Sports, said that a fight down the road between himself and Tank … continue

Liam Smith – Chris Eubank Jr Presser: Smith Asks Eubank Why He Was “So Petrified” In First Fight

04/25/2023 James Slater

British rivals Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Junior came together today, this at the press conference to … continue

25 Years Ago: Roy Jones Jr KO’s Virgil Hill With A Crunching Body Shot

04/25/2023 James Slater

It’s perhaps quite ironic that, with all of boxing talking about THAT body shot KO scored by … continue

George Foreman: Once He Couldn’t Afford To Go To The Movies, Now He Has One Of His Own

04/24/2023 James Slater

In so many ways, as he himself is always proud to point out, George Foreman is THE … continue