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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.

Carl Froch Calls Out Joe Calzaghe: “Have You Seen The Size Of His Head?”

04/10/2020 James Slater
Carl Froch Calls Out Joe Calzaghe: “Have You Seen The Size Of His Head?”

Perhaps Carl Froch is, like many of us, bored due to the ongoing coronavirus lock down. Maybe … continue

On This Day 21 Years Ago – Thomas Hearns Has His One And Only Pro Fight In England

04/10/2020 James Slater
On This Day 21 Years Ago – Thomas Hearns Has His One And Only Pro Fight In England

British boxing fans were so excited. It was going to be great: a sold-out, rocking MEN Arena … continue

Canelo’s Trainer Eddy Reynoso Has No Doubt: Canelo WILL KO Golovkin In Third Fight

04/09/202004/09/2020 James Slater
Canelo's Trainer Eddy Reynoso Has No Doubt: Canelo WILL KO Golovkin In Third Fight

Will we see a third and final fight between middleweight rivals Gennady Golovkin and Canelo Alvarez this … continue

On This Day – Heavyweight Warrior Roy “Tiger” Williams Was Born

04/09/2020 James Slater
On This Day – Heavyweight Warrior Roy “Tiger” Williams Was Born

Something of an enigma, 1970s heavyweight contender Roy “Tiger” Williams today celebrates his 75th birthday. But don’t … continue

25 Years Ago: When Old Man Larry Holmes Almost Edged Oliver McCall To Regain The WBC Title

04/08/2020 James Slater
25 Years Ago: When Old Man Larry Holmes Almost Edged Oliver McCall To Regain The WBC Title

It was a darn good thing for Oliver McCall he wasn’t fighting the Larry Holmes who defeated … continue

30 Years Ago – When Donovan Ruddock Detonated His “Smash” On Michael Dokes

04/08/2020 James Slater
30 Years Ago – When Donovan Ruddock Detonated His “Smash” On Michael Dokes

For some, the scary and brutal KO Donovan “Razor” Ruddock scored over Michael Dokes some 30 years … continue

Warrior Frankie Randall Battling Parkinson’s And Pugilistic Dementia

04/07/2020 James Slater
Warrior Frankie Randall Battling Parkinson's And Pugilistic Dementia

Another stark reminder of how brave all fighters have to be, how much risk they take by … continue

Shannon Briggs Signs Deal With BKFC

04/07/202004/07/2020 James Slater
Shannon Briggs Signs Deal With BKFC

Former two-time heavyweight champ Shannon Briggs announced this week how he has signed a deal with BKFC; … continue

Leonard vs Hagler: The Most Re-Watched, Re-Scored Fight In History

04/06/2020 James Slater
Leonard vs Hagler: The Most Re-Watched, Re-Scored Fight In History

It’s anniversary time again for THE most argued about fight in all of boxing history: Sugar Ray … continue

Manny Pacquiao Lists The Four Toughest Opponents Of His Career

04/07/202004/06/2020 James Slater
Manny Pacquiao Lists The Four Toughest Opponents Of His Career

It seems to be all the rage right about now – all-time greats listing their career toughest … continue

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