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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.

On This Day In 1997 – Heavyweight Legend George Foreman Wins For The Last Time

04/26/2020 James Slater
On This Day In 1997 – Heavyweight Legend George Foreman Wins For The Last Time

One more time in his amazing career (or careers), heavyweight legend George Foreman was an underdog upon … continue

Mike Tyson Wants To Box Again, Do His Bit For Charity On The Exhibition Circuit

04/26/202004/25/2020 James Slater
Mike Tyson Wants To Box Again, Do His Bit For Charity On The Exhibition Circuit

Former heavyweight king Mike Tyson has the urge to put the gloves back on and fight again. … continue

Roy Jones KO Virgil Hill: A Perfect Body Shot

04/26/202004/25/2020 James Slater
Roy Jones KO Virgil Hill: A Perfect Body Shot

It really is quite hard to remember how truly special, how great Roy Jones Jr was. In … continue

The Best British P4P Fighters Of The Last 30 Years – A List From Sun Sport

04/26/202004/24/2020 James Slater
The Best British P4P Fighters Of The Last 30 Years – A List From Sun Sport

Who can resist a Top-10. Of Anything? Such a list, such an opinion, pulls a reader in, … continue

Ten Years Ago Today – Mikkel Kessler Defeats Carl Froch In A Classic

04/24/202004/24/2020 James Slater
Ten Years Ago Today – Mikkel Kessler Defeats Carl Froch In A Classic

A decade ago today in Denmark, super-middleweight rivals Mikkel Kessler and Carl Froch met and thrilled fans … continue

40 Years Ago And The Birth Of “The Four Kings”

02/22/202304/24/2020 James Slater
40 Years Ago And The Birth Of “The Four Kings”

If the great Roberto Duran-Sugar Ray Leonard fight of June of 1980 wasn’t special enough, this titanic … continue

Could A Manny Pacquiao – Terence Crawford Fight Happen? Should it?

04/23/2020 James Slater
Could A Manny Pacquiao - Terence Crawford Fight Happen? Should it?

Like the rest of us, Bob Arum wants to see the best fighters fighting the best fighters. … continue

Recalling The Bert Cooper Vs. Joe Savage Fight

04/23/202004/23/2020 James Slater
Recalling The Bert Cooper Vs. Joe Savage Fight

When The Pro Boxer Met The Bare-Knuckle Tough Guy What happens when a bare-knuckle fighter steps into … continue

Canelo Alvarez Says He’ll Retire At Age 36, 37 “At The Max”

04/22/2020 James Slater
Canelo Alvarez Says He'll Retire At Age 36, 37 “At The Max”

Just recently, Canelo Alvarez’ trainer Eddy Reynoso said his fighter’s best years and performances are still ahead … continue

Who Really Won – George Foreman Vs. Axel Schulz?

04/22/202004/22/2020 James Slater
Who Really Won – George Foreman Vs. Axel Schulz?

Here’s another big fight that deserves to be further scrutinized. At least the scoring of this fight … continue

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