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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.

Evander Holyfield Talks Tyson – A Third Fight, His Ear Bite, Their Amateur Days

05/11/2020 James Slater
Evander Holyfield Talks Tyson – A Third Fight, His Ear Bite, Their Amateur Days

No sooner had Mike Tyson announced his intention of returning to the ring to “do some exhibitions … continue

A Lockdown Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting: UFC 249 Goes Ahead In Florida; Could Boxing Follow?

05/10/2020 James Slater
A Lockdown Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting: UFC 249 Goes Ahead In Florida; Could Boxing Follow?

It wasn’t boxing but it was fighting and last night in Jacksonville, Florida, for the first time … continue

Lennox Lewis Vs. Ray Mercer – Who Really Won?

05/10/2020 James Slater
Lennox Lewis Vs. Ray Mercer – Who Really Won?

On May 10 back in 1996, a heavyweight slugfest took place that reaffirmed the granite of one … continue

Fight Fan Speculation Rife Over What Tyson Fury’s Upcoming “Massive, Massive News” Could Be

05/10/202005/09/2020 James Slater
Fight Fan Speculation Rife Over What Tyson Fury's Upcoming “Massive, Massive News” Could Be

Heavyweight champ Tyson Fury is great at getting fans excited, interested, and earlier today, the WBC and … continue

Floyd Mayweather: I Don’t Want To End Up Like My Uncle, Like Fighters Who Don’t Know When To Hang It Up

05/09/2020 James Slater
Floyd Mayweather: I Don't Want To End Up Like My Uncle, Like Fighters Who Don't Know When To Hang It Up

Floyd Mayweather has firmly announced how he has retired from boxing. Again. Though it’s entirely likely many … continue

Remembering Leotis Martin – The Fighter Who Flattened Liston And Might Have Been Avoided By Frazier

05/09/2020 James Slater
Remembering Leotis Martin – The Fighter Who Flattened Liston And Might Have Been Avoided By Frazier

“You know, you ain’t never had any luck, but this time Lady Luck might be in your … continue

Joseph Parker vs Lucas Browne Possible For August In New Zealand DAZN Debut

05/08/2020 James Slater
Joseph Parker vs Lucas Browne Possible For August In New Zealand DAZN Debut

Former WBO heavyweight champ Joseph Parker is likely to return to action in August, in his home … continue

On This Day In 1932 – The Great Sonny Liston Is Born (maybe)

05/08/2020 James Slater
On This Day In 1932 – The Great Sonny Liston Is Born (maybe)

It has been written many times how Sonny Liston’s life was one big mystery. Nobody knows for … continue

That Mike Tyson Video Clip Sure Sent People Crazy…

05/08/202005/07/2020 James Slater
That Mike Tyson Video Clip Sure Sent People Crazy...

… Holyfield, Shannon Briggs, John Fury And More Want A Piece Of The Action The floodgates well … continue

15 Years Ago Today – The Greatest Fight Of All Time?

05/08/202005/07/2020 James Slater
15 Years Ago Today - The Greatest Fight Of All Time?

There are quite a few big fight anniversaries here in the month of May. Yet, for some, … continue

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