UFC president Dana White announced Khamzat Chimaev defending his middleweight title against former champion Sean Strickland, headlining UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark, NJ. This blockbuster matchup pits the unbeaten grappling phenom against Strickland's elite striking and wrestling defense. The announcement came as part of a major schedule update locking in main events through mid-June. It elevates the middleweight division's excitement amid Chimaev's dominance. Expect intense buildup with potential trash talk, positioning the winner as undisputed top contender.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
