Chimaev defends MW title vs Strickland at UFC 328

Khamzat Chimaev will make his first middleweight title defense against former champion Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey. The highly anticipated matchup pits the dominant current champion against a former titleholder seeking to reclaim gold. This title fight represents a significant test for Chimaev's reign and offers Strickland an immediate path back to championship glory. The event will be broadcast on Paramount+, continuing the UFC's partnership with the streaming platform for 2026.