Linares already a 2 weight titlist, granted both for vacant titles. I think Linares-Soto at 130 would be very interesting, seeing how he handled Larios I would put my money on Linares. His young and getting better, he should go for the big names soon.
calling Linares a two weight champion is an insult to past fighters that had to work hard to get a title. as of now he hasnt even beat one good fighter.
That's probably true. We have to admit though, Linares has skills. Why he hasn't chased after some big names is the big question mark.
OMG, is that really Jorge Linares? To be honest, I think that guy is a serious threat to Pac from 130 to 140. I saw what he did to Larios, he was just walking through Larios' shot and totally dominated him.
article about the sparring http://www.ringtv.com/blog/459/pacquiao_and_linares_wage_gym_war_at_wild_card/
Not very far from his prime, IMO. But the way Linares handled him proves something about Linares' potential.