Chimaev vs Strickland: UFC 328 fight details, odds

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Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland face off for the first time for Chimaev's UFC middleweight title and the bad blood between them has been long simmering.

It boiled over Thursday in the promotional stare-down when Chimaev kicked Strickland in the shin as UFC CEO Dana White stood between them. The bad blood between them seems real, as Strickland has previously threatened to shoot Chimaev if Chimaev's fans were to attack him.

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Chimaev is a heavy favorite to retain his title in the fight in Newark, NJ. It will be streamed on Paramount+.

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When is UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland?​

The UFC middleweight title fight between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland is set for Saturday, May 9, with main event coverage beginning at 7 p.m. MT/8 p.m. CT. Walkouts for the main event should begin around 8:30 p.m. MT/9:30 p.m. CT. Early prelims begin at 3 p.m.

• Date: Saturday, May 9
• Time: 3 p.m. MT/4 p.m. CT early prelims; 5 p.m. MT/6 p.m. CT prelims; 7 p.m. MT/8 p.m. CT main event
• Location: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey
• Chimaev vs. Stricklandmain event ringwalks: Approximately 10:30 p.m. MT/11:25 p.m. CT
• TV channel/streaming:Paramount+

What channel is the UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland​

The UFC middleweight title fight between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland will be carried on Paramount+.

UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland odds​

From BetMGM.com

Chimaev -550, Strickland +400

UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland predictions​

CBS Sports Brian Campbell: Ankalaev to win by decision​

Campbell writes:""Expect a spirited effort from Strickland but one that comes up short over the 25-minute distance as the combination of Chimaev's takedowns and fluid striking will overcome Strickland's stubborn ability to survive five rounds. "

Bloody Elbow: Chimaev by submission​

Jordan Ellis writes: "I can absolutely imagine Sean Strickland surviving an early onslaught and stopping an exhausted Khamzat Chimaev in the later rounds. Do I think that’s going to happen? No. I think the UFC middleweight champion is one of the best fighters in MMA, and he’ll prove it by submitting Strickland early on Saturday night.”

MMA Mania: Chimaev to win boring fight​

Jessee Holland writes: "I don’t see (Strickland) beating Khamzat unless an overconfident “Borz” beats himself and tries that dumb “Canelo Hands” strategy that cost Belal Muhammad the welterweight title. Sadly, a victory for Chimaev translates to a fight that is a slow-paced, tepid affair, which can be a lot to ask of fans who are already burned out after sitting there for a couple of hours. Yawn."

Betting Pros: Chimaev to win​

Trent Conner writes: "This fight is a mismatch, and the odds reflect that. I do not see Strickland lasting long against a fighter as strong as Chimaev. Chimaev is projected to win via submission, but I think he has a decent chance for a ground-and-pound finish. I do think it happens earlier in the fight; however, it ends."

UFC 328: Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland full card​

Main Card (7 p.m. MT/8 p.m. CT)​

• Middleweight Title Bout: Khamzat Chimaev (c) vs. Sean Strickland
• Flyweight Title Bout: Joshua Van (c) vs. Tatsuro Taira
• Heavyweight Bout: Alexander Volkov vs. Waldo Cortes Acosta
• Welterweight Bout: Sean Brady vs. Joaquin Buckley
• Lightweight Bout: King Green vs. Jeremy Stephens

Prelims (5 p.m. MT/3 p.m. CT)​

• Middleweight Bout: Ateba Gautier vs. Ozzy Diaz
• Welterweight Bout: Joel Alvarez vs. Yaroslav Amosov
• Lightweight Bout: Grant Dawson vs. Mateusz Rebecki
• Lightweight Bout: Jim Miller vs. Jared Gordon

Early Prelims (3 p.m. MT/4 p.m. CT)​

• Middleweight Bout: Roman Kopylov vs. Marco Tulio
• Featherweight Bout: Pat Sabatini vs. William Gomis
• Middleweight Bout: Baisangur Susurkaev vs. Djorden Santos
• Flyweight Bout: Clayton Carpenter vs. Jose Ochoa

Bret Bloomquist can be reached at [email protected]; @Bretbloomquist on X.

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