This week on MMA Mathletes, with no UFC fights on the schedule, we pivot hard into one of January’s biggest boxing cards — Alexis Rocha vs Raul Curiel 2, live Friday night from Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California.

Headlining the night is the highly anticipated welterweight rematch between Alexis “Lex” Rocha and undefeated contender Raul “El Cugar” Curiel. After their first fight delivered fireworks, this sequel promises another intense 12-round battle that could reshape the division.

We also hit the latest UFC news and rumors, keeping you fully locked in on everything happening across combat sports.

Then we break down the matchup you need to know — Rocha’s pressure and volume versus Curiel’s power, composure, and unbeaten record. We give our picks, stylistic breakdowns, and betting angles for the main event.

As always, we don’t stop at the headliner. We break down the full Rocha vs Curiel 2 fight card, including picks and value spots for:

• Manuel “Gucci Manny” Flores vs Jorge Chavez — Super Bantamweight
• Ruslan Abdullaev vs Eduardo Abreu — Super Lightweight
• Joel Iriarte vs Jireh De Los Santos — Welterweight
• Cayden Griffiths vs Lesther Espino — Welterweight
• Gael “El Terror” Cabrera vs Ruben Casero — Super Bantamweight
• John “Scrappy” Ramirez vs Byron Rojas — Bantamweight
• Jordan Panthen vs Jean Rivera-Pacheco — Super Welterweight
• Fabian Guzman vs Jose Rodriguez — Middleweight
• Ricardo Ruvalcaba vs Jonathan “El Potro” Eniz — Welterweight

We share who we think comes out on top, where the value bets lie, and which undercard fights you can’t afford to miss. Whether you’re a hardcore boxing fan or just love the chaos of fight-night parlays, this episode delivers.

We’re two casual MMA fans who also love throwing down on boxing — sharing picks, locks of the week, and fights we’re most hyped for.

If you love fight breakdowns, sketchy parlays, crossover combat excitement, and yelling at your screen when things go sideways — you’re in the right place.

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