Cuban Boxing Eyes Santo Domingo Glory
Cuban boxing is legendary for its dominance, but the men’s national team is currently hungry for redemption. Head coach Eulises Pouyout recently confirmed that the squad has ambitious goals for the upcoming Central American and Caribbean Games.
The Road to Guadalajara
Before reaching the main stage, the team faces a critical hurdle. Their primary mission is securing qualification spots across all seven weight divisions. Consequently, the squad is fully focused on the qualifying tournament in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Scheduled from March 11 to 16, 2026, this event is a decisive moment. Coach Pouyout emphasizes that success here is mandatory to showcase the enduring power of the Cuban boxing school. Therefore, athletes are intensifying their training to ensure they book every available ticket to the Dominican Republic.
Building a Powerhouse Squad
Preparation has been both rigorous and strategic. Pouyout highlights the immense potential within the current roster, praising the “healthy rivalry” among top-tier fighters and hungry prospects. This fierce internal competition drives the entire team to elevate their game.
Proof of this potential came just days ago on January 20, when the team dominated a dual match against the Jordanian national team in Havana. The Cubans secured a crushing 14-2 victory. Standout performances from rising stars like Deivis Abreus (50kg) and Luis Enrique Vinent (60kg) validated Pouyout’s confidence. Since Jordan boasts World and Asian medalists, this exchange provided a high-level benchmark. Pouyout confirmed this was crucial for evaluating their progress during this specific training phase.
Redemption in Santo Domingo
The ultimate showdown arrives this summer in Santo Domingo. Running from July 24 to August 8, 2026, the tournament presents high stakes for the 63 male competitors involved.
Specifically, Cuba is eager to surpass the results of San Salvador 2023. That edition left the team with unfinished business after securing only two gold medals. Now, the objective is crystal clear: reassert dominance and prove they can conquer the ring at any level.
Story originally appeared on jit.cu
