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UFC 328 | Pro fighters make their picks for Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland title fight
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2026
The UFC is in Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday for a solid UFC 328 card that sees two title fights on the line, with the middleweight strap up for grabs in the main event. In the main event, Khamzat Chimaev looks to defend his belt for the first time against former champion Sean Strickland. Heading into the bout, Chimaev is a -590 favorite while the American is a +390 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the bout at UFC 328, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the middleweight title fight. To no surprise, the pros are backing the odds as they expect Khamzat Chimaev to dominate Sean Strickland to defend his title.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 221 with Jim Miller
Cole Shelton - May 5, 2026
The 221st episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC 328. We’re joined by UFC lightweight Jim Miller to preview his UFC 328 fight against Jared Gordon in Newark.
Jim Miller returns at UFC 328 after 14-year-old son beats 'very rare childhood cancer'
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2026
Jim Miller will return to the Octagon at UFC 328 after over a year-long layoff. During the time off, Miller suffered an injury to his pelvis, which kept him sidelined for a bit. However, the main reason for his layoff was some health issues for his 14-year-old son, as his entire focus went to that, and rightfully so.
Conor McGregor dishes out subtle taunt at Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland ahead of UFC 328
Curtis Calhoun - May 4, 2026
UFC superstar Conor McGregor has a keen interest in Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland this weekend in Newark. UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev will fight former titleholder Sean Strickland in the UFC 328 headliner this weekend in one of the biggest bouts of the year. Chimaev and Strickland have traded barbs for months and are expected to deliver fireworks during an electric fight week in Newark.
What's next for Carlos Prates and Jack Della Maddalena after UFC Perth?
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2026
The UFC was in Perth, Australia, over the weekend for a solid UFC Perth card. In the main event, welterweight contenders threw down as Carlos Prates took on Jack Della Maddalena. Prates entered the fight on a two-fight winning streak after KO wins over Leon Edwards and Geoff Neal. Della Maddalena was coming off a lopsided decision loss to Islam Makhachev to lose his welterweight title.
UFC legend displeased with Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway fight rumors: 'What's the win?'
Curtis Calhoun - May 4, 2026
UFC Hall of Famer Chael Sonnen isn’t a fan of the promotion’s rumored plans for Conor McGregor’s return to fighting after five years away. Former two-division UFC champion Conor McGregor could be weeks away from a return to the Octagon for his first fight since July 2021. McGregor hasn’t fought since injuring his leg against Dustin Poirier in their UFC 264 trilogy, and was briefly scheduled to return at UFC 303 before suffering an injury just weeks before the event.
UFC vet Tim Elliott snaps at fan who lost money on his UFC Perth defeat
Curtis Calhoun - May 4, 2026
UFC flyweight contender Tim Elliott shut down a disgruntled fan’s response to his loss at UFC Perth last weekend. UFC Perth featured plenty of entertaining moments last weekend, headlined by welterweight star Carlos Prates finishing former champion Jack Della Maddalena in the main event. Prates seems on track for a potential welterweight title shot as UFC welterweight champion Islam Makhachev awaits news on his first title defense.
Khamzat Chimaev sends stern warning to Sean Strickland ahead of UFC 328: 'Smash that guy'
Cole Shelton - May 4, 2026
Khamzat Chimaev sent a stern message to Sean Strickland ahead of their middleweight title fight at UFC 328. Chimaev is set to defend his middleweight title in the main event of UFC 328 on Saturday in Newark, New Jersey, against Strickland in a highly anticipated bout. Heading into the fight, Chimaev is a sizable betting favorite, and he understands why as he expects to make easy work of the American.
Joaquin Buckley treating UFC 328 fight against Sean Brady as do-or-die situation: "My job is on the line"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 4, 2026
Joaquin Buckley sees UFC 328 as a must-win scenario. Buckley is set to share the Octagon with Sean Brady inside the Prudential Center in Newark on Saturday. It’s a crucial bout in the welterweight division with two top contenders, each coming off a loss. Buckley was defeated by Kamaru Usman via unanimous decision back in June 2025. Brady’s setback occurred in Nov. 2025 when he was stopped by Michael Morales.
Beneil Dariush taking time off following UFC Perth setback against Quillan Salkilld
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 4, 2026
After suffering another first-round loss at UFC Perth, Beneil Dariush is taking a break. Dariush was hoping to rebound after ending 2025 on a 16-second knockout loss to Benoit Saint Denis. “Benny” shared the Octagon with Quillan Salkilld inside the RAC Arena in Perth this past Saturday. Salkilld earned a first-round TKO finish to the delight of the Australian fans.
Daniel Cormier thinks Carlos Prates is ready for title shot following UFC Perth: "Nobody would complain"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 4, 2026
If Carlos Prates gets the next UFC welterweight title shot, Daniel Cormier doesn’t believe there would be much complaining. Prates was in action this past Saturday against former 170-pound champion Jack Della Maddalena. The bout headlined UFC Perth, so Maddalena had the crowd advantage but that didn’t make a difference at all. Prates scored a third-round TKO victory in emphatic fashion to emerge as a top welterweight contender.
UFC 328: Robert Whittaker makes prediction for Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland
BJ Penn Staff - May 4, 2026
We have officially entered UFC 328 fight week, and all eyes are on the main event: a middleweight title fight between undefeated champ Khamzat Chimaev, and former champ Sean Strickland. Ahead of time, Chimaev has been labelled as a substantial betting favorite by most sportsbooks, but there are many fans and pundits who believe Strickland has the right style to challenge the unbeaten champ.
Carlos Prates calls for welterweight title fight following UFC Perth win: "I make it look easy"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 3, 2026
Carlos Prates thinks he has made a strong case to contend for the UFC Welterweight Chamionship. The first title defense for Islam Makahchev hasn’t been announced. Ian Machado Garry has been adamant that he deserves first dibs on Makhachev, but could his frenemy cut the line?
Amanda Nunes wasn't concerned with card placement before UFC 324 fight cancellation: "It don't bother me at all"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 3, 2026
Amanda Nunes didn’t mind being in the UFC 324 co-main event with Kayla Harrison prior to the bout cancellation. Nunes was set to make her comeback after initially retiring in 2023. While one might think Nunes’ comeback fight would headline a pay-per-view, that wasn’t the plan for UFC 324. The interim lightweight title fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblettt got top billing.
Islam Makhachev will run through Ian Machado Garry, predicts Sean Brady: "He really threw a wrench into everything"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 3, 2026
Islam Makhachev will have his way with Ian Machado Garry if Sean Brady’s prediction comes to fruition. Makhachev’s first UFC Welterweight Championship defense hasn’t been made official, but many are expecting Garry to get the call for a title bout. One can’t ignore the possibility that Michael Morales or Carlos Prates have impressed UFC officials enough to get that opportunity instead.
Tai Tuivasa apologizes after seventh loss in a row at UFC Perth: "You gotta put me out for me to give up"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 3, 2026
Tai Tuivasa is apologetic after failing to secure his first victory since 2022 following UFC Perth. Tuivasa was in action this past Saturday in hopes of snapping his losing streak against Louie Sutherland. “Bam Bam” ultimately dropped a unanimous decision, and has now suffered seven straight defeats.
UFC Perth Bonus Report: Carlos Prates one of four 'POTN' winners
Chris Taylor - May 2, 2026
The Octagon returned to Australia for today’s UFC Perth event, and four fighters wound up taking home $100k bonuses. This morning’s fight card was headlined by a key welterweight contest featuring former champion Jack Della Maddalena taking on rising division contender Carlos Prates. The highly anticipated showdown resulted in a coming out party for the Brazilian known as ‘The Nightmare’. Prates was able to get the better of Della Maddalena in the standup right from the opening horn, blasting the Aussie with low kicks, knees and heavy punches. After nearly finishing the fight in the late stages of round two, Carlos Prates proceeded to drop ‘JDM’ on three occasions in round three, this before ultimately finishing him off with ground and pound strikes (see that here). The impressive victory puts Prates right into title contention, as he is now 5-1 over his past six fights, with all 5 wins coming by way of KO/TKO.
Pros react after Carlos Prates destroys Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Perth
Chris Taylor - May 2, 2026
Today’s UFC Perth event was headlined by a key welterweight bout featuring Jack Della Maddalena taking on Carlos Prates. Della Maddalena (16-4 MMA) was returning to action for the first time since losing the promotion‘s welterweight title to Islam Makhachev at UFC 322 in November of last year. Prior to that setback, ‘JDM’ had put together an eighteen-fight winning streak, which included victories over Belal Muhammad, Gilbert Burns and Kevin Holland.