Middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev defends his title against former champ Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey. This high-stakes clash features Chimaev's first defense against Strickland's striking prowess and wrestling base. Announced as part of the 2026 schedule, it intensifies the middleweight title picture post-Chimaev's reign. Victory for Chimaev solidifies dominance; Strickland win reclaims gold and shakes division. Expect intense trash talk leading up; bout streams on Paramount+. Impacts rankings with contenders like Della Maddalena waiting.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
