UFC 328 is set to take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, featuring Khamzat Chimaev defending his middleweight title against former champion Sean Strickland. Chimaev, who boasts an undefeated record of 15-0, is the favorite with odds shifting to -550. Strickland, meanwhile, has garnered 89% of the total bets at +400, indicating strong public support despite being the underdog. The fight has been marked by tension, highlighted by a recent faceoff where Chimaev kicked Strickland in the leg, intensifying their rivalry, which UFC CEO Dana White has described as one of the top three in the promotion's history.

In the co-main event, Joshua Van (16-2 MMA) will face Tatsuro Taira (18-1 MMA) for the flyweight title. Van, who became champion in December 2023, aims to defend his title against Taira, who is seeking to become the first UFC champion from Japan. The main card also includes notable matchups such as Alexander Volkov against Waldo Cortes-Acosta in a heavyweight bout, and Sean Brady taking on Joaquin Buckley in a welterweight clash. The main card begins at 9 p.m. ET on Paramount+.