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.

Talk Of A Marcos Maidana Ring Return Persists – “El Chino” Headed To A New PBC Deal?

02/10/2019 James Slater

Talk of an imminent ring return by former 140 and 147 pound action warrior Marcos Maidana will … continue

Superstar In The Making Gervonta Davis Dazzles In Ruiz Win, Vows To Be More Active From Now On

02/10/2019 James Slater

WBA super-featherweight champ Gervonta Davis looked sensational in blasting out late-sub Hugo Ruiz last night. “Tank” literally … continue

Former Middleweight Champ Michael Nunn Finally Released From Prison

02/11/201902/10/2019 James Slater

According to various reports (I read the news on 3kingsboxing) former world middleweight champion Michael Nunn has … continue

Barry McGuigan High On “Special” Gervonta Davis: He Could Be The Best Young Fighter From Baltimore Since Sugar Ray Leonard

02/09/2019 James Slater

Like many of us, former featherweight champ Barry McGuigan likes what he sees in unbeaten sensation Gervonta … continue

Richard Commey Out For April 12th Fight, Vasyl Lomachenko To Keep The Date – Anthony Crolla Looms

02/09/2019 James Slater

Richard Commey’s misfortune could well turn out to be Anthony Crolla’s good fortune. Commey, who picked up … continue

Anthony Joshua vs Jarrell Miller On For June 1 At Madison Square Garden; Official Announcement Expected Monday

02/09/2019 James Slater

It’s official, or it soon will be: WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight ruler Anthony Joshua will, as was widely expected, … continue

Dillian Whyte Lays Into Jarrell Miller: He’s Garbage. He Can’t Punch

02/08/2019 James Slater

It’s likely most fans would agree that Dillian Whyte is far more deserving of a title shot … continue

Yuriorkis Gamboa To Sign Multi-Fight Deal With PBC – can the Cuban win something big before he calls it a career?

02/08/2019 James Slater

Yuriorkis Gamboa seemed to be headed towards star status, maybe even superstar status. When he burst onto … continue

20 Years On: Looking Back At The Savage Fight That Put Oscar De La Hoya In Bed For Two Weeks – and turned him into a promoter

02/08/2019 James Slater

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHGnJB3u-2U It was twenty years ago this month (February 13th) when Oscar De La Hoya fought what … continue

Former Champ Rocky Lockridge Passes Away

02/08/201902/07/2019 James Slater

Unfortunately, the sad news keeps coming regarding the great featherweights and super-featherweights of this beloved sport of … continue