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.

Bloody Hell! Alex Saucedo stops Lenny Zappavigna in FOTY candidate

07/01/201807/01/2018 James Slater

Last night on the Ramirez-Roamer Angulo card, 140 pound warriors Alex Saucedo and Lenny Zappavigna stole the … continue

Joseph Parker wants to “stand and trade” with Dillian Whyte: I miss the feeling of knocking someone out and then helping them up

07/01/201807/01/2018 James Slater

Former WBO heavyweight champ Joseph Parker says it is his intention to return to winning ways in … continue

Joe Smith Jr. returns with quick first-round win, targets shot at Sergey Kovalev

07/01/2018 James Slater

Light-heavyweight contender Joe Smith Junior, the man most well known for ending the career of the great … continue

Heavyweight contender Trey Lippe-Morrison in action tonight: My whole following is because of my dad

06/30/2018 James Slater

Tonight on the Gilberto Ramirez-Roamer Alexis-Angulo super-middleweight title fight card, 28 year old Trey Lippe-Morrison will be … continue

Deontay Wilder: It’s a curse being so good

06/30/2018 James Slater

Deontay Wilder is still understandably angry due to the manner in which his huge unification fight with … continue

Callum Johnson talks Artur Beterbiev fight: I honestly believe he doesn’t punch any harder than I do

06/29/2018 James Slater

In the opinion of some fans, Russian puncher Artur Beterbiev, the reigning and undefeated IBF light-heavyweight champion, … continue

Has Adrien Broner signed a huge $50 million five fight deal with Mayweather Promotions? Broner says so

06/29/2018 James Slater

Adrien Broner last week announced his “retirement” from boxing via a message on social media. Well, so … continue

Bob Arum working on October 13 title defence for Terence Crawford, four names in the mix at present: Kavaliauskas, Matthysse, Benavidez, Adames

06/29/2018 James Slater

Promoter Bob Arum is working on an October 13 fight for recently crowned WBO welterweight champ Terence … continue

Could Amir Khan be closer than ever to a fight with Manny Pacquiao?

06/28/2018 James Slater

Some more news from today’s press conference to announce Amir Khan’s September 8 fight with Samuel Vargas. … continue

Eddie Hearn offers Deontay Wilder $5 million to fight “anyone he likes over there” – Wilder issues statement to the boxing world

06/29/201806/28/2018 James Slater

Fight fans the world over may well be sick and tired of the whole Deontay Wilder-Anthony Joshua … continue