UFC CEO Dana White announced Khamzat Chimaev defending his middleweight title against former champion Sean Strickland, headlining UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark. This blockbuster matchup pits the unbeaten grappling phenom against the knockout artist and former champ in a pivotal middleweight title clash. The announcement came as part of a major schedule reveal locking in main events through mid-June. It elevates the division's excitement post-recent shifts, positioning the winner as undisputed elite. Expect intense buildup with Chimaev's pressure vs. Strickland's striking. Further co-mains like Jack Della Maddalena vs. Carlos Prates on May 2 were also set.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
