UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will make his first title defense against former champion Sean Strickland at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The bout headlines a major pay-per-view card that will be broadcast on Paramount+ at 5:00 PM ET. This matchup represents a significant test for Chimaev's reign and a potential redemption opportunity for Strickland, who previously held the middleweight title.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
