Khamzat Chimaev will face off against Sean Strickland in UFC 328 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, for the prestigious UFC Middleweight Championship. This bout pits two formidable competitors head-to-head, with both fighters vying for ultimate glory.
Chimaev, undefeated at 15-0, began his professional MMA career with lightning speed and has since dominated in his weight class. Meanwhile, seasoned veteran Strickland, with a record of 30-7, brings superior experience into this showdown.
Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland Betting Odds
- Favorite: 42090Khamzat Chimaev : 1.2 (-459)
- Underdog: Sean Strickland : 5.6 (+460)
| Method of victory | 42090Khamzat Chimaev | Sean Strickland |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 6.8 (+575) | 10.5 (+950) |
| By decision or technical decision | 4.3 (+330) | 10.5 (+950) |
Khamzat Chimaev is the clear favorite to win. His odds are 1.2 (-459). Betting $100 on him could yield a small profit. Sean Strickland stands as the underdog with more enticing odds of 5.6 (+460). A $100 bet on him could bring in high returns if he wins. Chimaev’s chances of winning by KO/TKO/DQ are at 6.8 (+575). If Strickland wins by KO/TKO/DQ, his odds sit at 10.5 (+950). Winning by decision also favors Chimaev at 4.3 (+330), while Strickland's odds for a decision win are longer at 10.5 (+950).
What time is Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland fight
Live coverage for the Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland main card will start at 05:00 PM EST on Paramount+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 05:00 PM | 09:00 PM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 02:00 PM | 06:00 PM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 09:00 PM | 01:00 AM (next day) |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 08:00 AM | 12:00 PM |
How and where to watch the Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland Fight
You can watch Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland via Paramount+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | Paramount+ |
| Canada | Paramount+ |
| UK and Ireland | Paramount+ |
| Australia | Paramount+ |
| India | Paramount+ |
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