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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.

40 Years Ago: Sugar Ray Leonard Wins His First World Title, But Wilfred Benitez Pushes Him All The Way (almost)

11/29/201911/29/2019 James Slater
40 Years Ago: Sugar Ray Leonard Wins His First World Title, But Wilfred Benitez Pushes Him All The Way (almost)

If such a fight took place today, between two superb fighters, each with a genuine claim to … continue

Dillian Whyte On Deontay Wilder: He’s Just A Tall Basketball Player From Alabama Who Used To Work in McDonalds

12/01/201911/29/2019 James Slater
Dillian Whyte On Deontay Wilder: He's Just A Tall Basketball Player From Alabama Who Used To Work in McDonalds

As fight fans have read by now, Dillian Whyte will return to the ring on December 7, … continue

Exclusive: Imamu Mayfield Interview

12/01/201911/29/2019 James Slater
Exclusive: Imamu Mayfield Interview

Former IBF cruiserweight champ Imamu Mayfield could very easily be looked at as a road warrior. The … continue

Where Should Wilder vs Fury II Be Held? – Vegas, L.A, New York, London, Saudi Arabia?

11/28/201911/27/2019 James Slater
Where Should Wilder vs Fury II Be Held? - Vegas, L.A, New York, London, Saudi Arabia?

It’s the biggest rematch the heavyweight division has to offer, bigger (in the opinion of some, this … continue

Exclusive Interview: Dustin Long On His KO Win Over Marsellos Wilder

07/14/202211/27/2019 James Slater
Exclusive Interview: Dustin Long On His KO Win Over Marsellos Wilder

MMA fighter turned boxer Dustin Long of Tennessee scored a big upset on this past Saturday night’s … continue

George Foreman On Deontay Wilder’s Power: He’s Good But He Hasn’t Approached Louis, Frazier, Tyson

11/28/201911/26/2019 James Slater
George Foreman On Deontay Wilder's Power: He's Good But He Hasn't Approached Louis, Frazier, Tyson

Like all of us, heavyweight legend “Big” George Foreman has been impressed by the amazing punching power … continue

Injured Fighter Magomed Abdusalamov Has Stunned Doctors With His Partial Recovery: “I Feel A Lot Better”

11/26/2019 James Slater
Injured Fighter Magomed Abdusalamov Has Stunned Doctors With His Partial Recovery: “I Feel A Lot Better”

As boxing fans know only too well, the sport has had some rough spells over the past … continue

Fury Coach Ben Davison: “Up There? Wilder IS The Biggest Puncher In Boxing History”

11/25/201911/25/2019 James Slater
Fury Coach Ben Davison: "Up There? Wilder IS The Biggest Puncher In Boxing History"

And your guy is going in with this monster next! The headline quote from Tyson Fury’s head … continue

Leonard-Duran II And “No Mas” – Still Crazy After All These Years

11/25/2019 James Slater

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q6UKxAg2Ew0 There have been many shocking, unsettling and perplexing sights thrown before us inside a boxing ring … continue

What Next For Luis Ortiz?

11/25/2019 James Slater
What Next For Luis Ortiz?

Plenty of fine heavyweights throughout history were unable to get over the hump against one guy and … continue

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