Carlos Linares

Sports Journalist · 56 articles

Carlos Linares is a veteran bilingual sports journalist, specializing in boxing and baseball. Contributor to Miami Herald, Boxing Scene and Brunch Boxing, Carlos is also the creator of the popular podcast La Hora del Boxeo and the sports website Allin1Deportes. His work combines expert analysis, coverage of live fights and exclusive interviews, consolidating him as a recognized voice in sports journalism.

Janibek Alimkhanuly Appeals WBO Suspension as Yoenlis Hernández Moves Closer to Mandatory Shot
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Janibek Alimkhanuly Appeals WBO Suspension as Yoenlis Hernández Moves Closer to Mandatory Shot

Ex-unified middleweight titlist Janibek Alimkhanuly and his team have taken formal action in an effort to expedite his return to the ring, filing a direct appeal to the World Boxing Organization seeking either a reduction or full removal of his current suspension. Alimkhanuly, who still holds the WBO middleweight title, is currently serving a suspension that runs through December […]

David Morrell Remains Poised After Callum Smith Cancellation, Team Eyes Bigger Opportunity at 175
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David Morrell Remains Poised After Callum Smith Cancellation, Team Eyes Bigger Opportunity at 175

The cancellation of the bout between David Morrell and Callum Smith in the United Kingdom altered the immediate plans of the cuban contender, but within his team the approach remains clear: stay ready and capitalize on a bigger opportunity. According to veteran promoter Luis De Cubas Sr., who spoke to this outlet following the Armando Martinez Jr vs Neslan Machado card promoted […]

Hype or Reality? Ben Whittaker Shines Again But Critics Demand Tougher Fights
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Hype or Reality? Ben Whittaker Shines Again But Critics Demand Tougher Fights

The term “superstar” found its way back into boxing conversations this weekend and not subtly. Eddie Hearn had no hesitation repeating it three times following the latest victory of Ben Whittaker, who dispatched Argentina’s Braian Suárez in the first round in Liverpool. But beyond the promotional enthusiasm, the performance left a familiar impression: dominant, flashy and raising more […]

Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez Extends Matchroom Deal and Targets Third Division Title.
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Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez Extends Matchroom Deal and Targets Third Division Title.

Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez has signed a long term promotional extension with Matchroom and will headline his first fight under the new deal on June 13, challenging Antonio Vargas for the WBA bantamweight title in Glendale, Arizona, live on DAZN. Rodriguez will continue his career under the Matchroom banner after signing this extension with Eddie Hearn’s […]

Canelo Alvarez Targets Active Champion for September 12 Riyadh Return.
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Canelo Alvarez Targets Active Champion for September 12 Riyadh Return.

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez has begun preparations for his scheduled September 12 return in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with the Mexican star insisting his next opponent must be a reigning world champion. The former undisputed super middleweight champion is expected to headline a major Saudi backed event being developed under the working theme “Mexico vs The World,” […]

Why Keyshawn Davis vs. Nahir Albright II Is Happening
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Why Keyshawn Davis vs. Nahir Albright II Is Happening

The rivalry between Keyshawn Davis and Nahir Albright will get a second chapter on Saturday, May 16, when the pair meet in a 12 round super lightweight main event at Scope Arena, headlining Top Rank’s inaugural broadcast card in partnership with DAZN. The rematch is not simply a continuation of their 2023 meeting  a majority decision […]

Ben Whittaker Targets U.S. Debut on Ennis vs. Zayas Card
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Ben Whittaker Targets U.S. Debut on Ennis vs. Zayas Card

Ben Whittaker could be on the verge of breaking into the U.S. market on one of the summer’s most prominent stages. Eddie Hearn has confirmed that the British prospect is being lined up for the June 27 card at the Barclays Center, headlined by Jaron Ennis and Xander Zayas provided he comes through this Saturday’s bout against Braian Suarez. The matchup […]

Armando Martínez Jr. crushes Neslán Machado with third round KO to headline action packed card in Hollywood, Florida
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Armando Martínez Jr. crushes Neslán Machado with third round KO to headline action packed card in Hollywood, Florida

HOLLYWOOD, FL — Armando Martínez Jr. delivered the most emphatic statement of his career Saturday night, stopping fellow Cuban and previously unbeaten Neslán Machado with a devastating third round knockout in the main event at Hard Rock Live. Martínez Jr., the WBA No. 5 ranked lightweight, improved to 18-0 (16 KOs) after a clinical, increasingly dominant performance that ended […]

Eddie Hearn clarifies Anthony Joshua’s Position on Potential Fury Fight
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Eddie Hearn clarifies Anthony Joshua’s Position on Potential Fury Fight

The card held this past Saturday, April 11, at Tottenham Stadium and broadcast live on Netflix was headlined by Tyson Fury’s return to action after a 16 month layoff. The former heavyweight champion delivered a dominant performance, earning a wide unanimous decision over Arslanbek Makhmudov, controlling the fight from start to finish in his comeback […]