UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will defend his title against former champion Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 on May 9 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The matchup features bad blood between the undefeated champ and the outspoken ex-titleholder, marking Chimaev's first defense. This pivotal middleweight clash could solidify Chimaev's dominance or see Strickland reclaim the belt. Additional bouts announced include flyweight title fight Joshua Van vs Tatsuro Taira, heavyweight Alexander Volkov vs Waldo Cortes-Acosta, and welterweight Sean Brady vs Joaquin Buckley. The card also features lightweight bouts like Jim Miller vs Jared Gordon.
UFC 328
Saturday, May 9, 2026
