Chimaev vs Strickland set for UFC 328 in May

UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev is scheduled to make his first title defense against former champion Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark, New Jersey. This blockbuster matchup headlines the updated 2026 event schedule released recently. The fight pits Chimaev's undefeated streak and wrestling dominance against Strickland's elite striking and cardio, potentially reshaping the middleweight division. Additional bouts like Gilbert Burns vs. Mike Malott on April 18 in Winnipeg and Aljamain Sterling vs. Youseff Zalal on April 25 in Las Vegas are confirmed. Expect high stakes as Chimaev aims to solidify his reign while Strickland seeks revenge.