Chimaev vs Strickland headlines UFC 328 in Newark

UFC president Dana White announced Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland as the middleweight title main event for UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark. This blockbuster matchup pits the dominant champion Chimaev against former titleholder Strickland in a pivotal middleweight clash. Additional main events include Arnold Allen vs. Melquizael Costa on May 16 in Las Vegas and Song Yadong vs. Deiveson Figueiredo on May 30 in Macau. Belal Muhammad faces Gabriel Bonfim on June 6 at Apex. These bookings solidify UFC's packed 2026 schedule through mid-year, boosting divisional storylines with title implications and international appeal. Expect heightened rivalries and potential ranking shifts post-fights.