James Slater

James Slater has been a leading voice at Boxing247.com (East Side Boxing) for more than two decades. His expertise lies in writing news, detailed historical articles, and conducting interviews with fighters across the globe. Over his career, Slater has spoken with world champions, prospects, and legends, bringing unique insights to both current events and boxing’s rich history. Slater’s long-standing commitment to the sport has made him a trusted source for fans who want context, reliability, and passion in their boxing news.

Wilder/Fury Purse Bid Postponed; Finkel Doesn’t Think One Will Be Needed

02/05/2019 James Slater

According to a news story from Dan Rafael of ESPN.com, the WBC ordered purse bid for the … continue

Featherweight Great Eusebio Pedroza Fighting For His Life With Cancer

02/05/201902/05/2019 James Slater

News coming out of Panama informs us how featherweight great and former long-reigning world champion Eusebio Pedroza … continue

Sugar Ray Robinson Vs. Jake LaMotta: The Most Intense, Savage And Evenly Matched Rivalry In Boxing History

02/05/201902/05/2019 James Slater

Forget even Ali/Frazier, or Zale/Graziano, or even Leonard/Duran. When it comes to the sport’s most intense and … continue

Abner Mares Suffers Second Detached Retina Of His Career, Says He Will Retire If Doctors Recommend It

02/04/2019 James Slater

The career of warrior Abner Mares could possibly be over. As picked up by BadLeftHook, Mares, who … continue

Eddie Hearn Working On April 20th Card At The O2: “I’d Like To Make Dereck Chisora Against Joseph Parker”

02/05/201902/04/2019 James Slater

Promoter Eddie Hearn is working on a big April 20th card at The O2 in London, to … continue

The Sad Case Of Rudi Lubbers: The Man Who Went The Distance With “The Greatest”

02/04/2019 James Slater

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdPHJL5bsCA Older boxing fans will remember the name Rudi Lubbers. The Dutch heavyweight fought some big names … continue

Richard Commey Destroys Isa Chaniev In Two-Rounds To Claim IBF 135 Pound Belt – but has he got any shot of derailing Lomachenko?

02/05/201902/04/2019 James Slater

Richard Commey has a portion of the word lightweight title around his waist and pound-for-pound king (in … continue