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.

35 Years Ago – When KO King Thomas Hearns Levelled A Future Star In The Making

03/10/2021 James Slater

Thomas Hearns had two nicknames: Hitman, and Motor City Cobra. Capable of boxing with the best and … continue

Andy Lee To Train Joseph Parker, For One Fight At Least

03/09/2021 James Slater

To some people, quite a few, in fact, it came as something of a shock and a … continue

Josh Taylor Says He’ll Beat Ramirez Then Move Up To 147, Would love To Fight Pacquiao, Crawford

03/09/2021 James Slater

Scottish hero Josh Taylor, the current holder of two belt at 140 pounds, has a massive unification … continue

Muhammad Ali’s Five Greatest Fights, Joe Frazier’s Five Greatest Fights

03/08/2021 James Slater

Individually, heavyweight legends Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier gave the boxing world some of the greatest fights … continue

Bob Arum On Ali-Frazier: The Rumble In The Jungle Doesn’t Compare, Nothing Compares With That Fight

03/08/2021 James Slater

The biggest, some say the greatest fight of them all, took place 50 years ago today: a … continue

Eight Years In The Making: Roman Gonzalez-Juan Francisco Estrada II This Saturday

03/07/2021 James Slater

Some great fights that cry out for a rematch don’t get one for some years. It was, … continue

Thomas Hearns Vs. Dennis Andries – When “The Hitman” Destroyed “The Hackney Rock”

03/07/2021 James Slater

Far and away my favorite fighter of “The Four Kings,” Thomas Hearns gave us so many great, … continue

Hearn Sees Similarities Between Canelo And Joshua

03/07/2021 James Slater

Two Guys Who Came From Nothing, Who Have Built Their Legacies They are arguably the two biggest … continue

R.I.P Danny McAlinden, The Former British And Commonwealth Heavyweight Champ Who Beat Rahman Ali 50 Years Ago Today Passes Away At 73

03/09/202103/07/2021 James Slater

While the tributes and celebratory pieces continue to come in for the epic “Fight of the Century” … continue

50 Years On: The Ali-Frazier “Fight Of The Century” Still Delivers

03/06/2021 James Slater

There are certain fights, certain great fights, that never get old. In terms of retaining the ability … continue