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James Slater

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.

Seriously Bad Scoring Tainted A Dramatic Night At Wembley: How Are We Going To Bring Foreign Fighters To This Country?

07/10/202202/15/2021 James Slater
Seriously Bad Scoring Tainted A Dramatic Night At Wembley: How Are We Going To Bring Foreign Fighters To This Country?

We saw the first big boxing upset of 2021 on Saturday night at Wembley, London, when young … continue

Conspiracy Theory: Ali Lost To Spinks On Purpose

02/15/202102/15/2021 James Slater
Conspiracy Theory: Ali Lost To Spinks On Purpose

Almost everyone loves a good conspiracy theory, boxing fans included. Did Jack Johnson and Jack Dempsey really … continue

70 Years On And The Savagery Of Sugar Ray Robinson-Jake LaMotta VI Still Stuns

02/14/2021 James Slater
70 Years On And The Savagery Of Sugar Ray Robinson-Jake LaMotta VI Still Stuns

Chicago Stadium, February 14, 1951: Sugar Ray Robinson-Jake LaMotta VI, for the middleweight championship of the world. … continue

Manny Pacquiao Wants $40 Million To Fight Terence Crawford; Ring Return Possible For May 15 In Dubai

02/14/2021 James Slater
Manny Pacquiao Wants $40 Million To Fight Terence Crawford; Ring Return Possible For May 15 In Dubai

Might we see Manny Pacquiao Vs. Terence Crawford next? As per a report from The Daily Tribune … continue

Josh Warrington’s Gamble Failed And Mexico Has A New Star In Mauricio Lara

02/14/2021 James Slater
Josh Warrington's Gamble Failed And Mexico Has A New Star In Mauricio Lara

Never underestimate a proud Mexican warrior, and never trade with said warrior when you are ring-rusty. Such … continue

R.I.P Mitchell Rose – “The Cigarette Man” Passes At Age 51

02/13/2021 James Slater
R.I.P Mitchell Rose - “The Cigarette Man” Passes At Age 51

Remember Eric Esch, AKA Butterbean? Of course, you do. Chances are, then, you will also remember Mitchell … continue

James Toney Vs. Iran Barkley: The Most Utterly Dominant Performance Of Toney’s Career

02/13/2021 James Slater
James Toney Vs. Iran Barkley: The Most Utterly Dominant Performance Of Toney's Career

On this day back in 1993, former IBF middleweight champ James Toney made his 168-pound world title … continue

Hearn Still Loving The Idea Of Making A Deontay Wilder-Dillian Whyte Fight

02/12/2021 James Slater
Hearn Still Loving The Idea Of Making A Deontay Wilder-Dillian Whyte Fight

There is no doubt former heavyweight champ Deontay Wilder has a lot going on in his head … continue

Is Tyson Fury In Shape? Fans Worried After Video Shows “Heavy” Fury Taking A Swim In Freezing Sea

02/12/2021 James Slater
Is Tyson Fury In Shape? Fans Worried After Video Shows “Heavy” Fury Taking A Swim In Freezing Sea

Tyson Fury has never had an Adonis physique and never will. Some fighters, as hard as they … continue

31 Years Ago Today: When A 42/1 Underdog Shocked The World

02/11/2021 James Slater
31 Years Ago Today: When A 42/1 Underdog Shocked The World

As surely all fight fans are aware, today marks the 31st anniversary of THE biggest upset in … continue

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