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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.

30 years on: recalling the incredible three-minute Benn vs Barkley war

08/14/2020 James Slater
30 years on: recalling the incredible three-minute Benn vs Barkley war

30 years ago, Britain’s Nigel Benn scored one of his most thrillingly quick wins at world level. … continue

The Astonishing Career Of Buck “Tombstone” Smith

08/14/2020 James Slater
The Astonishing Career Of Buck “Tombstone” Smith

If James Brown was the hardest working man in show business, then maybe Buck Smith was the … continue

55 Years Ago: The Great Smokin’ Joe Frazier Goes Pro

08/13/2020 James Slater
55 Years Ago: The Great Smokin' Joe Frazier Goes Pro

A half century ago in his hometown of Philadelphia, boxing legend Joe Frazier punched for pay for … continue

The Incredible Harry Wills – The Ultimate Hungry Fighter

08/13/202008/13/2020 James Slater
The Incredible Harry Wills – The Ultimate Hungry Fighter

The great Harry Wills is best known for being the fighter the also great Jack Dempsey “ducked.” … continue

Kubrat Pulev On “Arrogant” Anthony Joshua: He Will Take His Second Knockout Of His Life

08/13/202008/12/2020 James Slater
Kubrat Pulev On “Arrogant” Anthony Joshua: He Will Take His Second Knockout Of His Life

Kubrat Pulev has been waiting for his title shot at heavyweight champ Anthony Joshua almost as long … continue

What If: Salvador Sanchez Hadn’t Been Tragically Killed At Age 23?

08/12/202008/12/2020 James Slater
What If: Salvador Sanchez Hadn't Been Tragically Killed At Age 23?

It was 38 years ago today when the great Salvador Sanchez was tragically killed in a car … continue

Warren Is Firm: Tyson Fury Ain’t Fighting Dillian Whyte; Whyte Can Fight Dubois

08/12/2020 James Slater
Warren Is Firm: Tyson Fury Ain't Fighting Dillian Whyte; Whyte Can Fight Dubois

Frank Warren, co-promoter of heavyweight king Tyson Fury, says Fury “ain’t fighting Dillian Whyte because he [Fury] … continue

Arum wants Crawford-Pacquiao But Crawford-Brook is Easier

08/11/202008/11/2020 James Slater
Arum wants Crawford-Pacquiao But Crawford-Brook is Easier

Bob Arum still wants to make a Terence Crawford-Manny Pacquiao fight, to be staged somewhere out of … continue

Cecilia Braekhus Within Touching Distance Of Surpassing Joe Louis’ Record 25 World Title Defences

08/11/2020 James Slater
Cecilia Braekhus Within Touching Distance Of Surpassing Joe Louis' Record 25 World Title Defences

When the great, the immortal, the beloved Joe Louis set the world record for most consecutive world … continue

Joshua Quartey, Nephew Of Ike Quartey: The Quartey Family Will Soon Reign Over The Boxing World Again

08/12/202008/11/2020 James Slater
Joshua Quartey, Nephew Of Ike Quartey: The Quartey Family Will Soon Reign Over The Boxing World Again

Photos: Team Quartey – You can add Joshua Quartey to the name of young fighters who have … continue

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