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, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey. This blockbuster matchup pits the undefeated Chimaev against the skilled striker Strickland, promising a pivotal clash for middleweight supremacy. The announcement highlights Chimaev's rapid rise to the title and Strickland's quest for redemption after losing the belt. It strengthens the middleweight division's star power and could redefine the title picture. Expect intense buildup with trash talk from both camps leading to the event.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
