Chimaev defends title vs Strickland at UFC 328

UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will defend his title against former champion Sean Strickland in the main event of UFC 328 on May 9 in Newark, New Jersey. The matchup is fueled by bad blood between the two middleweights. This first title defense for Chimaev is a critical test against Strickland's striking prowess and resilience. The event marks a major PPV on Paramount+ and sets the tone for the middleweight division in 2026. Expect intense trash talk leading into fight week as both fighters vie for supremacy.