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.

Usyk’s Injury Opens Door: Parker vs Wardley on Collision Course

09/03/202509/03/2025 James Slater

Usyk’s Injury Opens Door: Parker vs Wardley on Collision Course With unified heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk currently … continue

WBC Boss Sulaiman Calls For “Free-To-Air Mexican Celebration” On September 13 – Canelo Vs. Crawford For All In Mexico!

09/02/2025 James Slater

WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman may have his critics, and perhaps he is entitled to have them. But … continue

Lennox Lewis At 60: How To Rank Lewis Amongst The All-Time Greats

09/02/2025 James Slater

Retired heavyweight great Lennox Claudius Lewis turns 60 today, September 2; Lennox was born in London on … continue

Moses Itauma Now Ranked Number-One By Two Organisations; But When Will The 20 Year Old Fight For A World Title?

09/02/2025 James Slater

Unbeaten heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma was recently given a top-10 ranking by Ring Magazine, and some fans … continue

30 Years Ago Today: A Nation Sheds A Tear As Hero Bruno Finally Makes Good On His Heavyweight Dream

09/02/2025 James Slater

Frank Bruno enjoys fame all over the world, yet in Great Britain, where he remains a national … continue

Joseph Parker – Fabio Wardley Close To Done For October 25

09/01/2025 James Slater

A few days back, news broke of how Joseph Parker, the WBO interim heavyweight champion, had started … continue

R.I.P Joe Bugner, The Underrated Heavyweight Passes Away At 75

09/01/2025 James Slater

It’s sad news, it’s been reported that yet another member of the glorious heavyweight golden era that … continue

Trainer Andy Lee On Hamzah Sheeraz And How He’d Have Been At Home At The Legendary Kronk Gym: “He’d Have Been Perfect In The Basement”

08/31/2025 James Slater

“Remember, Andy Lee! Remember Andy Lee,” Emanuel Steward, speaking to the writer back in November of 2006. … continue

Deontay Wilder Accepts Francis Ngannou’s Challenge And Throws Down One Of His Own: “Step In The Ring”

08/31/2025 James Slater

Does a fight between one-time (and perhaps he can be again) huge puncher Deontay Wilder and one-time … continue

On This Day: A Date That Saw One Heavyweight Legend Pass Away, And Another Born – Marciano And Shavers

08/31/2025 James Slater

Two heavyweight sluggers, neither of them still with us, share an important date. Heavyweight warrior, puncher, and … continue