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.

Claressa Shields Has Doping Suspension Lifted

03/15/2025 James Slater

As fans may well recall, a while back news broke informing us that female star, multi-weight world … continue

After A Fiery Weigh-In, Nick Ball And TJ Doheny Are Both Determined To Win Tomorrow Night

03/14/2025 James Slater

Things proved pretty eventful at today’s official weigh-in between featherweights Nick Ball and TJ Doheny. Ball, who … continue

Who Should Oleksandr Usyk Fight Next: Joseph Parker Or Daniel Dubois?

03/14/2025 James Slater

As fans no doubt know, unified WBA/WBO/WBC heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk was recently ordered by the WBO … continue

Derek Chisora Wants Usyk Rematch For His 50th And Final Fight

03/14/2025 James Slater

Derek Chisora is a warrior who some good judges really do feel gave Oleksandr Usyk his toughest … continue

“Amazing Boy” Kenshiro Teraji Unifies The WBC And WBA Flyweight Titles With A Last-Round KO Over Seigo Yuri Akui – Boxing Results

03/13/202503/13/2025 James Slater

Earlier today in Tokyo, Japan, Kenshiro Teraji, known as the “Amazing Boy,” (this despite the fact that … continue

Happy Birthday Joe Bugner – The Underrated Heavyweight

03/13/2025 James Slater

Joe Bugner was very much a gifted heavyweight who was so often on the receiving end of … continue

15 Years Ago Today: The Controversial Manny Pacquiao-Joshua Clottey Fight

03/13/2025 James Slater

A Manny Pacquiao fight, controversial? Surely not. A Joshua Clottey fight, controversial? Again, surely not! It turned … continue

Lawrence Okolie Reportedly Out Of Richard Riakporhe Fight Due To Injury

03/13/2025 James Slater

Just days after he was, quite shockingly, elevated to the number one spot in the new WBC … continue

Maurico Lara Suspended For Two Years For Failing Drugs Test

03/12/2025 James Slater

Oh, no, here we go again. Another week, another big name from the sport is reported to … continue

Oliver McCall’s Comeback To Roll On; The Near-60 Year Old Will Face Unbeaten James Tanksley On April 1st

03/12/2025 James Slater

Former WBC heavyweight champion Oliver McCall will turn 60 on April 21st of this year, yet “The … continue