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 matchup represents a significant test for Chimaev as he faces a former titleholder in Strickland, who previously held the middleweight crown. The fight will be broadcast on Paramount+. This title defense marks an important moment in the middleweight division, as Strickland seeks to reclaim championship gold while Chimaev aims to establish himself as a dominant champion. The bout is expected to draw considerable attention given both fighters' prominence in the division.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
