UFC president Dana White announced on April 23, 2026, that Khamzat Chimaev will defend his middleweight title against former champion Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark. This blockbuster matchup pits the unbeaten Chimaev against Strickland's striking prowess and wrestling defense, potentially reshaping the middleweight division amid title uncertainties. White also revealed four additional main events and two co-mains, solidifying the schedule through mid-June. Other key bouts include Song Yadong vs. Deiveson Figueiredo in Macau on May 30 and Belal Muhammad vs. Gabriel Bonfim on June 6. Expect high stakes as Chimaev aims to solidify his reign while Strickland seeks redemption.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
