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. This high-stakes matchup pits the dominant current titleholder against a former champion looking to reclaim gold. The bout represents a significant test for Chimaev's reign and a major opportunity for Strickland to return to championship status. The event will be broadcast on Paramount+.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
