The fighters who lost at UFC Louisville have various paths to redemption. Matching them with opponents at similar stages in their careers provides opportunities for both improvement and exciting matchups for fans. These next steps aim to balance the competitive nature of the sport while allowing fighters to rebound and demonstrate their abilities.

Thiago Moises (Lightweight) lost to Ľudovít Klein

• Next Opponent: Jim Miller or Claudio Puelles
• Reason: Moises, unable to cope with Ľudovít Klein’s striking, needs to rebuild his momentum. A fight against a seasoned veteran like Jim Miller or a rising contender like Claudio Puelles would provide a challenging yet manageable next step for him.

Charles Radtke (Welterweight) lost to Carlos Prates

• Next Opponent: Trevin Giles
• Reason: Radtke’s loss to Carlos Prates snapped his winning streak, and he needs a competitive bout to get back on track. Trevin Giles, who also lost to Prates recently, makes for a logical matchup.

Jesse Butler (Bantamweight) lost to Brad Katona

• Next Opponent: Jack Shore (Featherweight) or Cameron Saaiman (Bantamweight)
• Reason: Butler has struggled in his UFC career so far, and finding the right weight class is crucial. A fight against Jack Shore at featherweight or Cameron Saaiman at bantamweight can help determine his future path.

Andrea Lee (Women’s Flyweight) lost to Montana De La Rosa

• Next Steps: Potential Release
• Reason: With a five-fight losing streak, Lee’s UFC tenure is in jeopardy. The decision might come down to whether the UFC sees potential in her ability to rebound or if they decide to release her.

John Castañeda (Bantamweight) lost to Daniel Marcos

• Next Opponent: Javid Basharat
• Reason: Castañeda needs a win to regain his footing. Basharat, being a step up in competition, offers a challenging yet fair opportunity for Castañeda to prove himself.

Eduarda Moura (Catchweight - 116.5 lb) lost to Denis Gomes

• Next Opponent: Diana Belbita
• Reason: Moura’s first loss and weight miss necessitate a rebound fight against a competitive yet winnable opponent. Diana Belbita presents a good matchup for Moura to get back on track.

Cody Stamann (Bantamweight) lost to Taylor Lapilus

• Next Opponent: Pedro Munhoz
• Reason: Stamann needs a high-profile fight to remain relevant in the division. A bout against Pedro Munhoz, who is also looking to get back into contention, makes for an exciting and logical matchup.

Rayanne dos Santos (Women’s Strawweight) lost to Puja Tomar

• Next Opponent: Piera Rodriguez
• Reason: Despite losing her first two UFC fights, dos Santos has shown potential. A fight against Piera Rodriguez, another fighter looking to establish herself, is a suitable next step for dos Santos to showcase her skills.