UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will 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 latest UFC event schedule update, pitting the undefeated Chimaev against the gritty Strickland in a pivotal middleweight clash. The fight is crucial for the division as it tests Chimaev's dominance early in his reign. Expect intense grappling vs striking battle. The card is part of a packed 2026 schedule including Fight Nights leading up.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
