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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.

RESULTS: Illunga Makabu Captures Vacant WBC Cruiser Crown With Win Over Michal Cieslak

02/01/2020 James Slater
RESULTS: Illunga Makabu Captures Vacant WBC Cruiser Crown With Win Over Michal Cieslak

The last time, in fact the only other time, a world title fight was fought in Kinshasa … continue

Dillian Whyte, Andy Ruiz Get Into It On Social Media: Whyte calls Ruiz “A Blob”

02/01/2020 James Slater
Dillian Whyte, Andy Ruiz Get Into It On Social Media: Whyte calls Ruiz "A Blob"

As fans know, promoter Eddie Hearn is very interested in making a Dillian Whyte vs Andy Ruiz … continue

Michael Buffer: The Last Lineal [Heavyweight] Champion Was Lennox Lewis

01/31/2020 James Slater
Michael Buffer: The Last Lineal [Heavyweight] Champion Was Lennox Lewis

Like the rest of us, famed ring announcer Michael Buffer wants to see “a true and legitimate … continue

Naoya Inoue vs. John Riel Casimera Looks Set For April 25th In Las Vegas

01/31/2020 James Slater
Naoya Inoue vs. John Riel Casimera Looks Set For April 25th In Las Vegas

Naoya Inoue, the WBA/IBF bantamweight king, against John Riel Casimero, the WBO bantamweight boss. This is a … continue

New York State Athletic Commission Hands Ivan Redkach Stiff Penalty For Biting Danny Garcia

01/30/2020 James Slater
New York State Athletic Commission Hands Ivan Redkach Stiff Penalty For Biting Danny Garcia

During a largely uneventful fight that saw former champ Danny Garcia pretty much coast to a wide … continue

Japanese News Sources Say Canelo Alvarez-Ryota Murata A Done Deal For May 24 In Japan

01/30/2020 James Slater
Japanese News Sources Say Canelo Alvarez-Ryota Murata A Done Deal For May 24 In Japan

Fight fans have been reading, or hearing, for some time now how Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez might … continue

How Shocked Would You Be, Part-Two – If Wilder Knocked Out Fury?

01/30/2020 James Slater
How Shocked Would You Be, Part-Two – If Wilder Knocked Out Fury?

Fight fans seem to feel that they would be quite a bit shocked, or slightly shocked, if … continue

Hearn: Dillian Whyte Has The Best Resume Of A Guy Who Has Never Fought For A World Title, By A Country Mile

01/29/2020 James Slater
Hearn: Dillian Whyte Has The Best Resume Of A Guy Who Has Never Fought For A World Title, By A Country Mile

Dillian Whyte, any unbiased fight fan would agree, has already done enough to have earned himself a … continue

20 Years Ago Today: Mike Tyson Causes Chaos In England (and knocks out Julius Francis)

01/30/202001/29/2020 James Slater
20 Years Ago Today: Mike Tyson Causes Chaos In England (and knocks out Julius Francis)

Heavyweight legend Mike Tyson really did cause quite the stir on this day 20 long years ago, … continue

The Sad Fate Of John Tate: Avoidable Or Inevitable?

01/29/2020 James Slater
The Sad Fate Of John Tate: Avoidable Or Inevitable?

John Tate was born today in 1955 and as such would be celebrating his 65th birthday. If … continue

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