Chimaev defends title vs Strickland at UFC 328

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. This marks a significant matchup in the middleweight division, pitting the current titleholder against a former champion seeking to reclaim gold. Strickland, a veteran of the division, will look to dethrone Chimaev in what promises to be a high-stakes encounter. The fight will be broadcast on Paramount+. This title fight represents a major test for Chimaev's reign and could reshape the middleweight landscape depending on the outcome.