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.

The Word Is Oleksandr Usyk Could Make His Heavyweight Debut Against Luis Ortiz Or Alexander Povekin

01/06/2019 James Slater

Having made boxing history in 2018, by becoming the first man to hold all four world titles … continue

Promoter Dennis Hobson Says He’d Have Loved To Have Made A Clinton Woods-Tony Bellew Fight – but who was the better fighter?

01/06/201901/06/2019 James Slater

An article from The Sheffield Star asks an interesting question of British boxing fans: who was the … continue

So Which Welterweight Champ Has It “Easiest” In His Next Fight: Spence Or Crawford?

01/05/2019 James Slater

It’s all but official: Terence Crawford will likely (Bob Arum says the fight is not signed quite … continue

The Man Who Broke Bones In Sparring…….. and couldn’t get a world title shot

01/05/201901/05/2019 James Slater

Exclusive interview by James Slater – Philadelphia’s Gerald Nobles was a noted power puncher during his 1995 … continue

Pacquiao Vs. Broner: Would A KO Defeat Signal The End For “The Problem?”

01/05/2019 James Slater

We’ve read all about the KO game-plan Manny Pacquiao and his team has been formulating ahead of … continue

Dillian Whyte Doubtful He’ll Get Joshua Fight In April: “Rumour Has It Joshua’s Gonna Fight [Jarrell] Miller In Madison Square Garden”

01/05/201901/04/2019 James Slater

Dillian Whyte is far from confident he will get the next shot at WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight ruler Anthony … continue

Frank Warren Says “People’s Champion” Tyson Fury “Bigger Attraction Than Anthony Joshua” – “Joshua Doesn’t Even Want To Fight Him”

01/04/201901/04/2019 James Slater

Promoter Frank Warren has informed BBC Sport how he and Shelly Finkel are back in talks, working … continue