UFC has officially booked middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev's first title defense against former champion Sean Strickland for the main event of UFC 328 on May 9, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey. This high-stakes clash pits the undefeated Chimaev against the gritty Strickland, who aims to reclaim the belt he once held. The fight is pivotal for the middleweight division, potentially solidifying Chimaev's reign or opening the door for rematches and contenders. It headlines a stacked card streamed on Paramount+. Expect intense buildup with trash talk from both sides as they prepare for this title showdown.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
