Khamzat Chimaev will face Sean Strickland for the middleweight title in the main event of UFC 328 on May 9 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The bout was officially announced by Dana White as part of the extensive schedule reveal up to the White House event. This matchup pits the unbeaten grappling phenom against the former champion's striking prowess, potentially reshaping the middleweight division currently led by dynamic contenders. A Chimaev win could fast-track him to dominance, while Strickland aims to reclaim gold. Fans anticipate intense buildup given their contrasting styles.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
