UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will make his first title defense against former champion Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark, New Jersey. The matchup stems from a heated rivalry, with both fighters claiming superiority from past training sessions. This fight is pivotal for the middleweight division, as a win for Chimaev solidifies his reign while Strickland aims to reclaim the belt. The event was recently detailed in the 2026 UFC schedule update. Expect intense buildup with more trash talk ahead of the numbered card.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
