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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.

Exclusive Interview With Mike Weaver: If I Hadn’t KO’d John Tate, I’d Have Quit Boxing

06/11/202106/11/2021 James Slater
Exclusive Interview With Mike Weaver: If I Hadn't KO'd John Tate, I'd Have Quit Boxing

Mike Weaver, dubbed “Hercules” because of his incredible physique, fought some memorable fights at the tail-end of … continue

39 Years Ago: Holmes Vs. Cooney – The Fight That Came A Year Too Early For Gentleman Gerry

06/11/2021 James Slater
39 Years Ago: Holmes Vs. Cooney – The Fight That Came A Year Too Early For Gentleman Gerry

The biggest heavyweight fight of the 1980s took place on this day in 1982, as heavyweight great … continue

Shakur Stevenson Calls For Oscar Valdez Next: What Are We Waiting For?

06/10/2021 James Slater
Shakur Stevenson Calls For Oscar Valdez Next: What Are We Waiting For?

Shakur Stevenson believes he is the sport’s next superstar and a good deal of people agree with … continue

Kirkland Laing Passes Away At Age 66

06/10/202106/10/2021 James Slater
Kirkland Laing Passes Away At Age 66

In sad news, it has been reported how British boxer Kirkland Laing, a true one-off, has passed … continue

Remembering When Don Curry Was “The Next Sugar Ray Leonard”

06/11/202106/09/2021 James Slater
Remembering When Don Curry Was "The Next Sugar Ray Leonard"

Known as “The Lone Star Cobra,” unbeaten, untouchable welterweight master Don Curry was at the peak of … continue

Fury-Wilder III Undercard Looking Very Solid: Helenius-Kownacki II, Ajagba-Sanchez, Anderson-Tereshkin

06/09/2021 James Slater
Fury-Wilder III Undercard Looking Very Solid: Helenius-Kownacki II, Ajagba-Sanchez, Anderson-Tereshkin

July 24th could turn out to be quite the heavyweight night. The third fight between bitter rivals … continue

Sky Sports Agree Four-Year Deal, Will Televise Top Rank Shows In UK

06/09/2021 James Slater
Sky Sports Agree Four-Year Deal, Will Televise Top Rank Shows In UK

In what is nothing but great news for British boxing fans, Sky Sports have agreed a four-year … continue

43 Years Ago: When Holmes And Norton Went Through Hell; And Gave Us An Incomparable Heavyweight Classic

06/09/2021 James Slater
43 Years Ago: When Holmes And Norton Went Through Hell; And Gave Us An Incomparable Heavyweight Classic

43 years ago, at the sports pavilion at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, heavyweights Larry Holmes and … continue

Sonny Liston At 50: Old But Still Lethal

06/09/202106/08/2021 James Slater
Sonny Liston At 50: Old But Still Lethal

When was the great Sonny Liston born? 1930? 1931? Or much earlier – maybe as early as … continue

Roy Jones: “Carl Froch Says I’m Shot To Bits – Show Me!”

06/08/2021 James Slater
Roy Jones: "Carl Froch Says I'm Shot To Bits – Show Me!"

Roy Jones Vs. Carl Froch – who wins? This would have been a great fight back in … continue

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