UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will make his first title defense against former champ Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark, New Jersey. This blockbuster matchup headlines the latest UFC event schedule update, pitting the unbeaten Chimaev against Strickland's elite wrestling and striking. It matters for the middleweight division as it tests Chimaev's dominance post-title win. Expect intense grappling exchanges and potential title reign solidification. The card follows recent Fight Nights, building hype for summer PPVs.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
