Combat sports fans, buckle up—this weekend delivers another thrilling chapter packed with high-octane action across multiple continents. From Lumpinee Stadium’s electrifying Muay Thai wars in Bangkok to pivotal UFC matchups in Las Vegas, a high-stakes boxing double-header from Golden Boy Promotions in Guadalajara, and Europe’s top MMA prospects clashing in Rome at Cage Warriors 189, we've got all the angles covered.

Expect dramatic finishes, career-defining moments, and future stars emerging from the shadows. Here’s your comprehensive guide to every must-watch bout, every storyline, and why these events promise to shape the combat sports landscape in significant ways.

Diego Torres Nunez (19-0, 18 KOs) vs. Cristian Ruben Mino (21-6-2, 17 KOs)

Rising Mexican lightweight knockout artist Torres faces hard-hitting Argentine journeyman Mino. Torres' crowd-pleasing style and near-perfect knockout rate makes him a fighter to watch closely.

Raul Curiel (14-0, 12 KOs) vs. Brad Solomon (30-7, 9 KOs)

 (Welterweight bout) Guadalajara native Raul Curiel faces veteran Brad Solomon in a step-up fight designed to test the Mexican’s readiness for world-level opposition. Curiel’s hometown advantage, coupled with his knockout power, will electrify local fans.

The atmosphere inside Domo Alcalde Arena will undoubtedly be intense, with passionate Mexican fans fueling each bout. Golden Boy Promotions has consistently delivered thrilling boxing action in Guadalajara, and Friday night’s double-header aims to add another chapter to the city’s proud fight history.

Federico Pasquali (7-1 MMA), an Italian grappling sensation with exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu credentials, meets the hard-hitting Portuguese veteran Alexandre Ribeiro (12-5 MMA). Pasquali’s slick submission game and disciplined wrestling contrast Ribeiro’s heavy-handed stand-up skills. Expect a classic striker-versus-grappler confrontation that could see Pasquali elevate to international prominence or Ribeiro spoil another hometown hopeful’s ascent.

Cage Warriors’ Italian events consistently feature energetic, passionate crowds, ensuring an intense atmosphere inside Rome’s PalaPellicone. With significant UFC scouting presence, fighters have every motivation to deliver standout performances.

By Chris Cannon, M2MMA GM

Combat sports are among the most watched, emotionally gripping, and culturally significant forms of entertainment worldwide. From boxing in London to Muay Thai in Bangkok, and MMA events from Perth to Las Vegas, audiences are tuning in by the millions. Yet for all their reach and drama, combat sports remain commercially undervalued compared to traditional counterparts like Formula 1, golf, and football.

This isn’t a matter of audience size. The numbers are clear. Some promotions, like UFC, ONE Championship, and PFL, consistently generate enormous digital traffic and broadcast viewership. UFC alone boasts over 47 million Instagram followers. ONE Championship, according to the Nielsen Sports report, ranked in the top five global sports properties for digital video views in 2022, surpassing even the Premier League and MLB, and led in engagement across Facebook and YouTube among all sports organizations. Boxing, in particular, has seen a global resurgence , from sold-out stadiums across the UK and Middle East to innovative live events staged in the heart of New York’s Times Square. The spectacle is evolving, but the commercial framework still lags behind. Despite growing attention and social engagement, what’s lacking is the infrastructure to convert that momentum into lasting, scalable value.

Athletes are the ones who pay the price. Across MMA, boxing, Muay Thai, and Boxing promotions, fighter purses remain disproportionately low compared to the risks involved. Many competitors face potential brain trauma in every outing, with limited bouts per year and no guaranteed safety net. Contrast this with F1 drivers earning tens of millions, golfers pocketing life-changing prizes over a weekend, or footballers protected by long term contracts, unions and career-spanning support structures. In combat sports, the risks are high and the protections are minimal.

The commercial gap is sustained by multiple underlying factors. One of the most persistent is perception. Outside core fans, combat sports often carry a stigma. Often seen as brutal or unsafe, rather than disciplined and strategic. While insiders understand the training, structure, and honor inherent in martial arts, many corporate decision-makers still see only violence. This perception limits the entry of long-term sponsors who prioritize brand safety and wellness alignment.

Structure also plays a critical role. Combat sports lack unified governance. Historically, the industry has been plagued by fragmentation, infighting, and corruption. Boxing's tangled web of sanctioning bodies has long been criticized for political interference, disputed decisions, and promoter-driven agendas. MMA, while more modern in form, has developed along similarly fractured lines, with rival promotions prioritizing competitive dominance over collective progress. These divisions have made it nearly impossible to implement consistent standards across athlete welfare, safety regulations, or business ethics. There is no consistent health policy, unionized representation, or overarching athlete welfare standard. This leaves commercial partners wary of the reputational and operational risks associated with investing.

Meanwhile, the business model often favors short-term monetization. Promotions chase viral spikes, pay-per-view numbers, and shock value. While this fuels hype, it doesn’t create stability. Long-term brand building for both the athletes and the sport is often neglected in favor of the next sellable moment. That inconsistency weakens loyalty and deters strategic investment.

The sponsorship space also reflects this fragmentation. Currently dominated by gambling apps and alcohol brands, combat sports have leaned heavily on quick cash rather than value alignment. While these partnerships offer financial lifelines, they come with limitations. Major sectors like health, finance, consumer goods, and education hesitate to participate when the dominant brand landscape feels risky or misaligned.

At M2MMA , we’ve committed to doing things differently. We do not and will not work with gambling or alcohol sponsors. We believe that the future of combat sports lies in partnering with forward-thinking brands, those in biotech, wellness, fintech, and AI, that value health, performance, and integrity. These sectors align directly with our mission to address three critical issues in combat sports: traumatic brain injury, athlete welfare, and fan engagement. Through the intelligent application of AI, we are building a cleaner, smarter ecosystem that prioritizes safety, supports long-term athlete development, and deepens the connection between fighters and fans. This is the foundation for sustainable commercial success.

Another challenge lies in how athletes are represented. Too often, fighters are reduced to knockouts and trash talk, with little investment in their personal journeys. This limits their marketability beyond the cage or ring. In contrast, stars in other sports are cultivated as entrepreneurs, role models, and global ambassadors. Combat sports are filled with these stories of grit, discipline, and redemption, but the system must start telling them better. At M2MMA, we are committed to treating athletes holistically, not just as performers in the moment, but as long-term human assets whose physical, mental, and professional wellbeing must be nurtured across their careers and beyond. This includes strategic support in health, education, financial literacy, and personal brand development. All pillars of a truly sustainable sports ecosystem.

Investors, too, remain cautious. Many promotions operate privately, with opaque financial structures and inconsistent metrics. Without transparency, scalability, or proven long-term models, capital stays on the sidelines. But that doesn’t reflect a lack of potential. It reflects a lack of system. M2MMA is committed to being the exception, a publicly traded company driven by transparency and integrity. We’re building a platform that promotes our mission as far and wide as possible, inviting others to join a movement for change, a New Era! Our model offers not just commercial viability but a new blueprint for the future of combat sports, one that investors can believe in, athletes can grow within, and fans can rally behind.

The audience is ready. The talent is there. The demand is undeniable. What the sport needs now is structure: a platform that values athlete safety, builds consistent commercial partnerships, and commits to long-term storytelling and transparency.

That’s the model we’re building at M2MMA. A principled, data-driven promotion committed to athlete-first protocols, backed by ethical sponsorship, and driving sustainable growth. We’re showing that combat sports can evolve, not by abandoning their roots, but by elevating the infrastructure that supports them.

Because this isn’t just about pay-per-views or viral clips. It’s about building a sport that respects its athletes, rewards its fans, and finally gets the recognition it deserves.

M2MMA is a revolutionary combat sports promotion that transforms the industry through cutting-edge innovation, advanced technology, and a steadfast commitment to athlete welfare. By integrating artificial intelligence, data-driven insights, and forward-thinking strategies, M2MMA enhances athlete safety, optimizes performance, and redefines the fan experience. Focusing on community engagement and fostering a dynamic future for combat sports, M2MMA stands at the intersection of technology and tradition, driving progress while honoring the sport's rich heritage.

The company is publicly traded on the Over-the-Counter Bulletin Board (OTCBB) of NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "RLAB." 

RLAB/M2MMA is majority controlled by M2Bio Sciences, which is also publicly traded on the Over-the-Counter market under the ticker symbol (OTC Pink: MRES)