Alexis Rocha steps into the ring with a record of 25 wins, 2 losses, and 0 draws, 16 of those wins coming by way of knockout, while Raul Curiel will make his way to the ring with an unblemished record of 15 wins and 0 draws, with 13 of those by knockout. Both fighters share similar physical attributes, standing at the same height and having identical reach, which should lead to a closely contested battle. Rocha has more experience at the world-class level, with key victories over higher-ranked opponents. Curiel’s only loss came earlier in his career, and he has been building a solid resume since then. Rocha's strength lies in his combination punching and counterpunching, while Curiel is known for his power and aggressiveness. Rocha has beaten 4 of his last 5 opponents, stopping 3 of them, going the distance once. It’s an exciting matchup between two well-matched and skilled welterweights, with both aiming to take a step closer to a title shot.