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.

Tyson Fury sends video message to Deontay Wilder: I’ll fight you, send me a contract I’ll sign it in ten-seconds

06/27/201806/27/2018 James Slater

Tyson Fury has taken to social media, again, but this time it wasn’t to simply rant on … continue

Wilder tears into Joshua as AJ takes WBA-ordered fight with Povetkin: I knew I smelt P***y!

06/27/201806/27/2018 James Slater

After months of negotiating, talks have broken down between the sides representing rival heavyweight champions Deontay Wilder … continue

WBSS to have 140 pound tournament; imagine the possible match-ups

06/27/2018 James Slater

We have been treated to two quite superb tournaments in the still-ongoing Word Boxing Classic Super Series; … continue

Terence Crawford on a showdown with Errol Spence: In the future, it will happen

06/26/201806/26/2018 James Slater

It’s one of the hottest and potentially biggest fights in all of boxing, and both fighters appear … continue

Joseph Parker’s promoter Higgins: Twice we have come to the UK and twice the officiating has involved a level of disgrace

06/26/201806/26/2018 James Slater

Dave Higgins, promoter of former WBO heavyweight champ Joseph Parker, is demanding a competent referee be installed … continue

Andre Berto-Devon Alexander: Who Wins?

06/26/201806/26/2018 James Slater

The word is former champions Andre Berto and Devon Alexander will clash as chief support to the … continue

Naoya Inoue Vs. Srisaket Sor Rungvisai: A Super-Fight Between Two Little Guys That Could Be Huge

06/25/2018 James Slater

It’s a potentially huge fight between two of the sport’s little guys and, with luck (and plenty … continue

Golovkin vs Canelo II: Will we see a KO this time?

06/25/2018 James Slater

The best way, the most definitive way, to end a rivalry is for fighter-A to knock out … continue

Joshua/Wilder: Eddie Hearn claims Wilder DOES NOT want the fight

06/25/2018 James Slater

The negotiations rumble on yet we seem to be no closer to seeing the big heavyweight unification … continue

Terence Crawford-Lucas Matthysse: Would it be a fight or a slaughter?

06/24/2018 James Slater

For some reason, or reasons, promoter Bob Arum is not convinced, and has never been convinced, that … continue