These potential matchups offer exciting and meaningful opportunities for the fighters to either regain their standing or make a decisive statement about their future in the UFC.

Jared Cannonier (Middleweight) lost to Nassourdine Imavov

• Next Opponent: Brendan Allen
• Reason: Despite the controversial stoppage loss to Nassourdine Imavov, Cannonier remains a top contender. A fight against Brendan Allen, who is on a seven-fight winning streak, makes sense to determine if Cannonier can still compete at the highest level.

Dustin Jacoby (Light Heavyweight) lost to Dominick Reyes

• Next Opponent: Ion Cutelaba (Rematch)
• Reason: Jacoby’s recent skid means he needs to rebuild his resume. A rematch with Ion Cutelaba, with whom he previously fought to a draw, offers a compelling narrative and a fair chance for both fighters to get back on track.

Ricky Turcios (Bantamweight) lost to Raul Rosas Jr.

• Next Opponent: Vinicius Salvador
• Reason: Turcios needs to rebound from his loss to Raul Rosas Jr. Vinicius Salvador, who is also struggling in the UFC, provides a competitive yet winnable fight for Turcios. If Salvador remains with the promotion, this matchup could determine both fighters’ future in the UFC.

Dustin Stoltzfus (Middleweight) lost to Bruno Ferreira

• Next Opponent: Michał Oleksiejczuk
• Reason: Stoltzfus needs to secure a win to avoid being cut from the UFC. Michał Oleksiejczuk, another middleweight looking to solidify his place in the division, presents an exciting and challenging fight for Stoltzfus.

Julian Marquez (Middleweight) lost to Zachary Reese

• Next Opponent: Paul Craig
• Reason: Marquez, on a three-fight losing streak, must show improvement to stay in the UFC. A fight against Paul Craig, known for his grappling and durability, provides a high-stakes matchup that could reignite Marquez’s career.

Miguel Baeza (Welterweight) lost to Punahele Soriano

• Next Opponent: Mickey Gall
• Reason: Baeza’s four-fight losing streak puts him at risk of being cut. A fight against Mickey Gall, who is also in a precarious position, serves as a make-or-break bout for both fighters, with the loser likely parting ways with the UFC.