Middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev defends against Sean Strickland headlining UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey. This superfight pits Chimaev's undefeated streak against Strickland's technical striking. It elevates the division's title picture with high stakes. A Chimaev retention solidifies his reign; Strickland upset remakes rankings. Expect intense buildup and PPV draw on Paramount+.[1]
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
