UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will make his first title defense against former champion Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark, New Jersey. This blockbuster matchup headlines the latest 2026 event schedule update. The fight pits Chimaev's undefeated streak and grappling dominance against Strickland's elite striking and pressure. It shapes the middleweight division's future, potentially solidifying Chimaev's reign or restoring Strickland. Expect intense buildup with trash talk from both sides. Other bouts like Burns vs Malott on April 18 in Winnipeg also announced.[1]
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
