5 Fights to book after UFC 276

#4. Former UFC featherweight champion Max Holloway vs. Dan Hooker

Former featherweight champion Max Holloway

After losing to featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 276, perhaps Max Holloway should move up to lightweight. It was his third loss to Volkanovski, so he likely won't receive another title shot as long as he's champion. After accomplishing everything at featherweight, Holloway should set his sights on 155lbs as there are fresh matchups.

'Blessed' is no stranger to competing at lightweight. He fought Dustin Poirier for the interim lightweight championship in 2019. He lost a unanimous decision, but the experience could serve as a valuable learning experience should he return to 155lbs.

Based on his recent loss, matching him up with a top five opponent wouldn't be ideal. However, an experienced opponent like Dan Hooker could make for an entertaining fight. The fight would also be logical because their most recent bouts were both contested at featherweight.

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#3. Former UFC title challenger Jared Cannonier vs. Sean Strickland

One thing that is for certain in the UFC is that it is an exciting time for their middleweight division. There is plenty of depth, which could make for some intriguing future matchups. After Jared Cannonier and Sean Strickland came up short, the next logical step would be for them to fight one another.

Prior to his loss to Israel Adesanya, 'The Killa Gorilla' was 5-1 at middleweight and had back-to-back wins. If he wants to earn another title shot, he'll likely need decisive wins over top five-ranked middleweights. Strickland, on the other hand, is in a difficult situation. He took a big risk accepting the Pereira fight because he was in the title picture.

However, it's important to note that Strickland has done an excellent job increasing his popularity and growing his fanbase. Cannonier vs. Strickland could help bolster a card and possibly earn the winner a title eliminator bout.