{"id":648004,"date":"2026-01-15T17:01:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T16:01:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=648004"},"modified":"2026-01-15T17:02:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T16:02:58","slug":"alexis-rocha-vs-raul-curiel-2-predictions-odds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/alexis-rocha-vs-raul-curiel-2-predictions-odds\/","title":{"rendered":"Alexis Rocha vs. Raul Curiel 2 \u2013 Predictions, Odds, Best Bets &#038; How To Watch"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Alexis Rocha vd Raul Curiel 2 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Californi kicks off 2026 in the welterweight division. The 12-round welterweight championship bout is a rematch of their December 2024 majority draw that left fans and fighters demanding immediate resolution in what was a Fight of the Year candidate.<\/p><p>Rocha enters with a 25-2-1 record including 16 knockouts, having fought to a controversial majority draw after absorbing significant punishment but rallying late. Curiel comes in undefeated at 16-0-1 with 14 knockouts, also coming off the draw after dominating early rounds but fading down the stretch. The betting line is essentially a pick&rsquo;em with Rocha at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+106<\/a> and Curiel favored at &ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>126<\/a>.<\/p><p>Here&rsquo;s how we&rsquo;re betting Rocha vs Curiel 2, including our boxing predictions, best bet, key props and an expert final verdict.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mini Fight Info Strip<\/strong><\/h3><p><strong>Event:<\/strong> Rocha vs. Curiel 2 &ndash; Golden Boy Fight Night<\/p><p><strong>Weight class:<\/strong> Welterweight (147 lbs) &ndash; WBC\/NABF titles<\/p><p><strong>Fight length:<\/strong> 12 rounds<\/p><p><strong>Date &amp; time:<\/strong> January 16, 2026 &ndash; 9:00 p.m. ET \/ 6:00 p.m. PT (Main card), Ringwalks ~11:00 p.m. ET \/ 8:00 p.m. PT<\/p><p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Acrisure Arena, Palm Desert, California<\/p><p><strong>Broadcast:<\/strong> DAZN (Worldwide)<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bet Card<\/strong><\/h3><p><strong>Best Bet:<\/strong> Fight Goes the Distance (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-240<\/a>)<\/p><p><strong>Book:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>FanDuel<\/a><\/p><p>Our best bet for Rocha vs Curiel 2 is Fight Goes the Distance at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-240<\/a>. 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First online real-money wager only; cashed-out or bonus-funded bets are excluded.            <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n            \n\n\n\n<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Alexis Rocha vs Raul Curiel 2 Odds<\/strong><\/h2><p>Here are the latest odds from <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>FanDuel <\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}' rel=\"nofollow\">BetMGM<\/a> Sportsbook. <\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Market<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>FanDuel<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>BetMGM<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best Bet<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Moneyline<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Rocha +106 \/ Curiel -126<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Rocha +100 \/ Curiel -135<\/a><\/td><td>Rocha +106 (FanDuel)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rocha by KO\/TKO<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+480<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+500<\/a><\/td><td>+500 (BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rocha by Decision<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+185<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+188<\/a><\/td><td>+188 (BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Curiel by KO\/TKO<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+340<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+333<\/a><\/td><td>+340 (FanDuel)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Curiel by Decision<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+165<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+190<\/a><\/td><td>+190 (BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Draw<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+1500<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+1200<\/a><\/td><td>+1500 (FanDuel)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fight Goes Distance<\/strong><\/td><td>&ndash;<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>240<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-250<\/a><\/td><td>-240 (FanDuel)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fight Doesn&rsquo;t Go Distance<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+186<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+175<\/a><\/td><td>+186 (FanDuel)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Rounds Over 11.5<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-270<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-250<\/a><\/td><td>-250 (BetMGM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total Rounds Under 11.5<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+192<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-betmgm-sportsbetting-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+175<\/a><\/td><td>+192 (FanDuel)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p><strong>Odds updated:<\/strong> January 15, 2026 &ndash; 2:50 AM ET. Lines may move before fight night, especially after weigh-ins.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tale of the Tape &ndash; Key Stats To Know<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tale Of The Tape<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Alexis Rocha<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Raul Curiel<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Record<\/strong><\/td><td>25-2-1<\/td><td>16-0-1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Age<\/strong><\/td><td>28<\/td><td>30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Height<\/strong><\/td><td>5&rsquo;10&rdquo;<\/td><td>5&rsquo;8&Prime;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reach<\/strong><\/td><td>70&Prime;<\/td><td>70&Prime;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stance<\/strong><\/td><td>Southpaw<\/td><td>Orthodox<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weight Class<\/strong><\/td><td>147 lbs<\/td><td>147 lbs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>KO\/TKO Wins<\/strong><\/td><td>16<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>KO\/TKO Percentage<\/strong><\/td><td>64%<\/td><td>88%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rounds Boxed<\/strong><\/td><td>~169<\/td><td>~88<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure><p>Rocha holds advantages in experience, rounds boxed, height, and professional tenure. Curiel counters with superior knockout percentage, undefeated record (only one draw) and devastating power.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fighter Breakdown &ndash; Alexis Rocha Analysis<\/strong><\/h2><p>Rocha brings a 25-2-1 record with 16 knockouts including a controversial majority draw against Curiel in their December 2024 meeting. The 28 year old is the six-time national amateur champion who won Junior Olympics gold at age 14. He is also the current NABO Welterweight Champion.<\/p><p><strong>Strengths:<\/strong> Vastly superior professional experience. Height advantage (2 inches) controls distance. Southpaw stance creates difficult angles against orthodox opponents. Superior ring IQ and tactical adjustments mid-fight. Proven championship conditioning over 12 rounds. Rallying ability shown in first fight (won rounds 10-12 on all cards).Strong body attack breaks down opponents late. Excellent jab controls distance and sets up power shots.<\/p><p><strong>Weaknesses:<\/strong> Lower knockout percentage shows less finishing ability. Lost early rounds badly in first fight (rounds 1-6 went heavily to Curiel). Absorbed significant punishment in first six rounds raising durability questions. Tendency to start slow before finding rhythm.. Yearlong layoff since draw could affect timing and rhythm. Can be drawn into slugfests,<\/p><p><strong>Betting Angles:<\/strong> Rocha&rsquo;s path runs through utilizing his height advantage, establishing his southpaw jab earlier and maintaining boxing discipline rather than brawling. 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Won first six rounds clearly in initial meeting dominating with power shots. World-class amateur resume (2012 AIBA World Championship gold, 2013 Olympic Cup gold, competed at 2016 Rio Olympics). Heavy handed puncher generates visible damage.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Weaknesses:<\/strong> Championship distance cardio questions exposed in rounds 10-12 fade. Less professional experience. Height disadvantage forces him to work inside. Tendency to load up on power shots leaves defensive holes. Faded badly in final three rounds of first fight losing them all clearly.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Betting Angles:<\/strong> Curiel&rsquo;s path requires improving championship conditioning and maintaining early-round dominance throughout 12 full rounds. His devastating power creates knockout opportunities every round, but his fade in rounds 10-12 cost him the first fight. At <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-126<\/a>, he&rsquo;s fairly priced as slight favorite given his power advantage but cardio questions persist. Curiel by KO\/TKO at <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+340 <\/a>might be another bet to keep in mind.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Bets For Alexis Rocha vs Raul Curiel 2<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Best Bet: Fight Goes the Distance (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>-240<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p><p>At -240, this bet carries a 70.6% implied probability, but we believe this fight goes 12 rounds closer to 80-85% of the time given both fighters&rsquo; profiles and the first fight blueprint. Their initial meeting went the full 12 rounds with both showing excellent durability despite heavy exchanges. Rocha has never been stopped in 28 professional fights, while Curiel&rsquo;s power hasn&rsquo;t produced a knockout past the 10th round in his career. 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If Rocha establishes his jab earlier (rounds 1-3) rather than allowing Curiel to build momentum, his superior height, experience, and conditioning should manifest over 12 rounds.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Longshot Flier: Curiel by KO\/TKO (<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/go-FanDuel-sports-us-en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>+340<\/a>)<\/strong><\/p><p>Small stake only, 0.5 units maximum. Curiel possesses the most dangerous power in the welterweight division with an 88% knockout rate. If he improves his championship conditioning and maintains his early-round intensity, his power creates legitimate knockout opportunities. If Curiel catches Rocha coming in during the middle rounds (7-9) when both are still fresh enough to generate power, his finishing ability could produce the stoppage.&nbsp;<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prediction &ndash; Final Verdict<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Official pick:<\/strong> Alexis Rocha by Unanimous Decision<\/p><p>We are backing Rocha to win the rematch via clear unanimous decision. The southpaw&rsquo;s superior championship experience, height advantage, and tactical adjustments from fight one create a blueprint for victory over 12 rounds.<\/p><p>Rocha&rsquo;s path to victory runs through establishing his southpaw jab immediately rather than giving Curiel the first six rounds as a gift. His two inch height advantage allows him to control distance and outbox Curiel. The key adjustment is maintaining defensive awareness while working behind his jab rather than engaging in the slugfest that dominated their first meeting.<\/p><p>Curiel&rsquo;s power will win him early rounds; likely rounds 2-5 as his heavy right hand lands and generates visible damage. Under Robert Garcia&rsquo;s guidance, Curiel should show improved conditioning, but championship distance remains unknown. His devastating punching power keeps him dangerous throughout, but as the fight reaches rounds 8-12, Rocha&rsquo;s superior stamina and rallying ability will overwhelm Curiel&rsquo;s declining output.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Watch Alexis Rocha vs Raul Curiel 2<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Broadcast:<\/strong> DAZN (Worldwide)<\/p><p><strong>Start Time:<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>9:00 p.m. ET \/ 6:00 p.m. PT (Main Card)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4:30 p.m. ET \/ 1:30 p.m. PT (Prelims)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>11:00 p.m. ET \/ 8:00 p.m. PT (Expected Ringwalks for Rocha vs Curiel)<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>DAZN Subscription Options:<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DAZN Standard<\/strong> &ndash; Access to 185+ fights annually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>DAZN Ultimate<\/strong> &ndash; Includes all PPV events (this is not a PPV event)<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Full Fight Card<\/strong><\/h2><p><strong>Main Card (DAZN) &ndash; 9:00 p.m. ET \/ 6:00 p.m. PT<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Main Event:<\/strong> Alexis Rocha (25-2-1, 16 KOs) vs. Raul Curiel (16-0-1, 14 KOs) &ndash; WBC\/NABF Welterweight titles, 12 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Co-Main:<\/strong> Manuel Flores (20-1-1, 16 KOs) vs. Jorge Chavez (14-0-1, 8 KOs) &ndash; Junior Featherweight bout, 10 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>John &ldquo;Scrappy&rdquo; Ramirez (15-1, 9 KOs) vs. Byron Rojas (29-5-3, 12 KOs) &ndash; Bantamweight bout, 10 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jordan &ldquo;The Patriot&rdquo; Panthen (11-1, 9 KOs) vs. Jean Rivera-Pacheco (10-2, 1 KO) &ndash; Welterweight bout, 10 rounds<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Undercard Bouts (DAZN) &ndash; 4:30 p.m. ET \/ 1:30 p.m. PT<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ruslan Abdullaev (3-0, 1 KO) vs. Eduardo Javier Abreu (14-1-2, 10 KOs) &ndash; Junior Welterweight bout, 8 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joel Iriarte (9-0, 8 KOs) vs. Jireh De Los Santos (14-2-2, 5 KOs) &ndash; Welterweight bout, 8 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cayden Griffiths (6-0, 6 KOs) vs. Lesther Espino (10-7, 8 KOs) &ndash; Welterweight bout, 6 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gael &ldquo;El Terror&rdquo; Cabrera (10-0, 7 KOs) vs. Ruben Dario Casero (13-5, 5 KOs) &ndash; Junior Featherweight bout, 8 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fabian Guzman (8-0, 7 KOs) vs. Jose Gabriel Rodriguez (3-1, 2 KOs) &ndash; Middleweight bout, 8 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ricardo Ruvalcaba (14-0-1, 10 KOs) vs. Jonathan &ldquo;El Potro&rdquo; Eniz (37-24-1, 17 KOs) &ndash; Welterweight bout, 8 rounds<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Odds current as of January 15, 2026.<\/p><p><strong>(Image Credit: Joe Camporeale &ndash; Imagn Images)<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-global mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alexis Rocha vd Raul Curiel 2 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Californi kicks off 2026 in the welterweight division. 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