UFC 328 is shaping up to be one of the most electrifying events of the year, and fight fans are in for a treat this Saturday, May 9, 2026. Live from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ., and streaming exclusively on Paramount+, this stacked card features not one, but two title fights at the top of the bill.
In the main event, Khamzat Chimaev puts his undefeated record on the line against Sean Strickland for the UFC Middleweight Championship. Chimaev, fresh off a dominant decision win over Dricus Du Plessis that many called one of the most one-sided title fights in history, looks to continue his reign. Before that, he literally broke Robert Whittaker's face in a performance that had the MMA world buzzing. With a perfect 15-0 record and wins over Kamaru Usman, Kevin Holland, and Gilbert Burns, "Borz" seems unstoppable. But Strickland is hungry to become a two-time champion. His last outing was pure artistry—picking apart Anthony Hernandez before finishing him with a devastating body knee. Though he's had two losses to Du Plessis, Strickland remains a dangerous, unpredictable force. Expect fireworks and plenty of bad blood in this clash.
The co-main event features Joshua Van defending his UFC Flyweight title against the grappling wizard Tatsuro Taira. Van needs this win to cement his legitimacy as champion, but Taira's submission skills will test him like never before. This is a classic striker vs. grappler matchup that could steal the show.
The main card is stacked with compelling matchups. Alexander Volkov takes on Waldo Cortes-Acosta in a heavyweight slugfest, Sean Brady faces Joaquin Buckley in a welterweight banger, and King Green meets Jeremy Stephens in what promises to be a fan-friendly scrap. The preliminary card is equally impressive, featuring Ateba Gautier vs. Ozzy Diaz, Joel Alvarez vs. Yaroslav Amosov, and Grant Dawson vs. Mateusz Rebecki. Plus, UFC legend Jim Miller returns to face Jared Gordon—always a must-watch.
With so many intriguing bouts, there are plenty of betting opportunities. Here's a look at the odds and our top picks to help you navigate the card: