Renato Moicano has established himself as a formidable contender in the UFC lightweight division, and his recent TKO victory over Benoit Saint Denis at UFC Fight Night 243 has set the stage for an exciting future. With multiple potential matchups on the horizon, fans are eager to see who Moicano will take on next. Will he challenge a rising star, face a seasoned veteran, or pursue a title shot?

Paddy Pimblett

A fight with Paddy Pimblett could be a thrilling matchup. Pimblett is gaining popularity in the lightweight division and is currently ranked #15. With both fighters bringing unique styles and significant fan followings, this bout could attract a lot of attention and potentially set up a future title eliminator.

Patrick Pimblett’s Last 5 Fights

• Win vs. King Green (Technical Submission, UFC 304, July 27, 2024)
• Win vs. Tony Ferguson (Decision, UFC 296, December 16, 2023)
• Win vs. Jared Gordon (Decision, UFC 282, December 10, 2022)
• Win vs. Jordan Leavitt (Submission, UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs. Aspinall, July 23, 2022)
• Win vs. Rodrigo Vargas (Submission, UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. Aspinall, March 19, 2022)

Dan Hooker

Another exciting option would be a matchup against Dan Hooker, currently ranked #5 in the lightweight division. Hooker is a veteran known for his striking and toughness. A fight between Moicano and Hooker could provide both fighters a chance to solidify their standings and potentially earn a title shot.

Daniel Hooker’s Last 5 Fights

• Win vs. Mateusz Gamrot (Decision, UFC 305, August 18, 2024)
• Win vs. Jalin Turner (Decision, UFC 290, July 8, 2023)
• Win vs. Claudio Puelles (TKO, UFC 281, November 12, 2022)
• Loss vs. Arnold Allen (TKO, UFC Fight Night: Volkov vs. Aspinall, March 19, 2022)
• Loss vs. Islam Makhachev (Submission, UFC 267, October 30, 2021)

Mateusz Gamrot

Fighting Mateusz Gamrot, currently ranked #8 in the lightweight division, would also be a compelling option. As a former KSW champion and a skilled grappler, Gamrot presents a unique challenge for Moicano. This matchup could be pivotal in determining the next title challenger and promises to deliver an exciting contest.

Mateusz Gamrot’s Last 5 Fights

• Loss vs. Daniel Hooker (Decision, UFC 305, August 18, 2024)
• Win vs. Rafael dos Anjos (Decision, UFC 299, March 9, 2024)
• Win vs. Rafael Fiziev (TKO, UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Gamrot, September 23, 2023)
• Win vs. Jalin Turner (Decision, UFC 285, March 4, 2023)
• Win vs. Jeremy Stephens (Submission, UFC Fight Night: Blachowicz vs. Rakic, May 14, 2022)