UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will make his first title defense against former champion Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey. The two fighters have a heated rivalry, with both men claiming to get the best of each other in training. This matchup represents a significant test for Chimaev in his inaugural title defense, while Strickland seeks to reclaim the middleweight crown. The fight will be broadcast on Paramount+. This title fight is one of the major bouts scheduled for the UFC's 2026 calendar.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
