The stage is set for UFC 328, and fight fans are in for a treat as the broadcast team for Saturday’s highly anticipated event has been officially revealed. Headlined by a bitter grudge match between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland, the action goes down at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., with a familiar trio behind the mic.
Veteran play-by-play man Jon Anik will lead the call, joined by the dynamic duo of comedian and podcast king Joe Rogan, plus UFC Hall of Famer and former two-division champion Daniel Cormier, as color commentators. It’s a lineup that brings both expertise and entertainment—perfect for a night that promises fireworks. Megan Olivi will handle on-the-ground reporting, keeping fans close to the action inside the arena.
UFC officials confirmed the broadcast details to MMA Fighting on Tuesday, rounding out a stacked weekend. On Friday, veteran broadcaster Kate Scott will host the pre-fight desk show, where she’ll be joined by Cormier, former middleweight champion Chris Weidman, and one-time interim lightweight king Dustin Poirier. Come Saturday, with Cormier busy calling the fights, Laura Sanko steps in as desk analyst alongside Weidman and Poirier, ensuring non-stop insight.
The main event is one of the nastiest rivalries in recent UFC history. Strickland, hungry to reclaim the middleweight title, faces Chimaev—a former training partner from their days at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas. The bad blood runs deep, and this clash is sure to deliver raw intensity.
In the co-main event, flyweight champion Joshua Van makes his first title defense against Tatsuro Taira. Originally slated for UFC 327 in June, the fight was delayed due to a minor injury for Van, but now it’s finally on. Taira, a rising contender, will look to spoil the party.
The action kicks off Saturday with prelims at 5:30 p.m. ET, followed by the main card at 9 p.m. ET—all airing exclusively on Paramount+. Whether you’re gearing up for fight night or just love the sport’s energy, this is one event you won’t want to miss. And while you’re at it, why not gear up in style? Check out our latest collection of fight-ready apparel to channel your inner champion.