First of, I'm a fan of Provodnikov. We all know Matthysse will slaughter him, though. So what's next for Provodnikov after Matthysse is done with him? Which big fights do you see him in? In which direction can he take his career?
Personally, I would like Ruslan to fight Rances Barthelemy afterward if he loses. Barthelemy is young, undefeated and very beatable for Provodnikov, so it would be a good way back into the mix. An Algieri rematch would also be good, or Herrera rematch.