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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.

John H. Stracey Pays Tribute To Hedgemon Lewis – 1946 to 2020

09/01/202004/01/2020 James Slater
John H. Stracey Pays Tribute To Hedgemon Lewis – 1946 to 2020

Former world welterweight title challenger Hedgemon Lewis passed away yesterday, March 31, at the age of 74. … continue

20 Years Ago Today – When Vitali Klitschko “Quit” Against Chris Byrd

04/01/2020 James Slater
20 Years Ago Today – When Vitali Klitschko “Quit” Against Chris Byrd

Former heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko lost just two fights in his entire pro career, both of them … continue

Billy Joe Saunders – A Fool To Himself

03/31/2020 James Slater
Billy Joe Saunders – A Fool To Himself

Fight fans may have heard about Billy Joe Saunders’ latest crude stunt. A man who courts controversy, … continue

40 Years Ago Today – When A Mike Weaver Left Hook Ruined A Potential Superstar

03/31/2020 James Slater
40 Years Ago Today – When A Mike Weaver Left Hook Ruined A Potential Superstar

It was supposed to be John Tate’s night. Fighting before his hometown fans in Knoxville, Tennessee, recently … continue

Dillian Whyte-Alexander Povetkin And Dereck Chisora-Oleksandr Usyk Fights Postponed

03/30/202003/30/2020 James Slater
Dillian Whyte-Alexander Povetkin And Dereck Chisora-Oleksandr Usyk Fights Postponed

To the great surprise of nobody, the two big heavyweight fights that were set for May in … continue

The Mysterious Deaths Of Gatti, Liston, Folley, Mills And Turpin

03/30/2020 James Slater
The Mysterious Deaths Of Gatti, Liston, Folley, Mills And Turpin

Foul Play Or Not Foul Play? A man who has fought for years in the ring, who … continue

Eubank Jr. Training With The Great Jones Jr. – “Roy Is Most Definitely Complex”

03/30/2020 James Slater
Eubank Jr. Training With The Great Jones Jr. - “Roy Is Most Definitely Complex”

Junior and Junior. Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. is currently training British world title contender Chris Eubank … continue

Kell Brook Optimistic Terence Crawford Will Fight Him – In The UK

03/29/202003/29/2020 James Slater
Kell Brook Optimistic Terence Crawford Will Fight Him – In The UK

Former IBF welterweight champ Kell Brook is hopeful of landing a big fight with pound-for-pound star and … continue

Happy Birthday Luis Ortiz – “King Kong” Turns 41

03/29/202003/29/2020 James Slater
Happy Birthday Luis Ortiz - “King Kong” Turns 41

Heavyweight contender, the so-called “Bogeyman of the division,” Luis Ortiz today celebrates his 41st birthday. The Cuban … continue

If Manny Pacquiao And Juan Manuel Marquez Had Fought A Fifth Fight, Who Would Have Won?

03/29/202003/28/2020 James Slater
If Manny Pacquiao And Juan Manuel Marquez Had Fought A Fifth Fight, Who Would Have Won?

As fight fans know, Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez, who gave us one of the most … continue

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