UFC 328 is set to light up the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on Saturday, May 9, 2026. The main event features undefeated middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev defending his title against former champion Sean Strickland, and it promises to be one of the most talked-about fights of the year.
UFC 328 Event Details
- Event: UFC 328: Khamzat vs. Strickland
- Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Location: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St, Newark, NJ
- Streaming: Paramount+ (PPV for main card)
- Prelims Start: 5:30 p.m. ET
- Main Card Start: 9:00 p.m. ET
Early prelims, prelims, and main card will all air live, so fans can catch every fight as it happens. International viewers should check UFC Fight Pass or local broadcasters for coverage.
How to Watch UFC 328 MMA Fight
- U.S.: Paramount+ (main card), ESPN/ESPN+ (prelims)
- International: UFC Fight Pass, TNT Sports (UK), DAZN in select regions
- Adjust times for your local timezone.
Main Event: Middleweight Title Fight
- Khamzat Chimaev (c) vs. Sean Strickland
Chimaev enters the Octagon undefeated at 15-0. He’s making his first title defense after defeating Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319. Big-name wins over Robert Whittaker and Kamaru Usman have made him one of the most feared middleweights in UFC history.
Strickland, 30-7, is no stranger to big fights. He’s a former champion who shocked the world by beating Israel Adesanya in 2023 and recently knocked out Anthony Hernandez in February 2026. Their styles and personalities clash perfectly, making this grudge match a must-watch.
Co-Main Event: Heavyweight Battle
- Alexander Volkov vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta
Volkov brings power and experience to the heavyweight division, while Cortes-Acosta is looking to make a name with a statement win.
Full UFC 328 Fight Card
Main Card (9:00 p.m. ET):
- Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland – Middleweight Championship
- Alexander Volkov vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta – Heavyweight
- Sean Brady vs. Joaquin Buckley – Welterweight
- Jan Blachowicz vs. Bogdan Guskov – Light Heavyweight
- Ateba Gautier vs. Osman Diaz – Middleweight
Prelims (5:30 p.m. ET):
- King Green vs. Jeremy Stephens – Lightweight
- Roman Kopylov vs. Marco Tulio – Middleweight
- Clayton Carpenter vs. Jose Ochoa – Flyweight
- Baisangur Susurkaev vs. Djorden Santos – Middleweight
Note: The card may see more bouts added as the event approaches. Always check official UFC sources for updates.
Tickets
Tickets for UFC 328 went on sale Friday, March 20 via Ticketmaster. Early access was available through UFC Fight Club. You can also find tickets through AXS, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, or directly at the Prudential Center box office. Prices vary, and resale can push rates higher as the fight nears.
Why UFC 328 Matters
This card has major hype. Chimaev’s undefeated streak is on the line, Strickland’s grit and experience will test him, and the co-main plus undercard fights promise high-level action across multiple weight classes.
Fans are buzzing about potential knockouts, submissions, and fights that could reshape divisions.
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