UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev is scheduled to 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 event next month, pitting the undefeated Chimaev against the striking specialist Strickland in a pivotal middleweight clash. The fight promises high stakes as Chimaev aims to solidify his reign while Strickland seeks to reclaim the belt. It highlights the division's depth with two top contenders colliding early in the year. Expect intense trash talk and a tactical battle; a win for either could shape title picture for late 2026.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
