The middleweight category will feature two major bouts this summer, highlighting the match between Robert Whittaker versus Reinier de Ridder. This fight will take place shortly before Dricus du Plessis encounters Khamzat Chimaev for the middleweight championship.
Following the conclusion of UFC 318, the UFC will head to Abu Dhabi. Former champion Whittaker faces de Ridder, a standout who has previously held two titles in ONE Championship and is looking to cement his place as a title contender after previous impressive finishes.
Chimaev, who has shown championship potential, will challenge Du Plessis, who has had an impressive ascent in the ranks, defeating notable opponents including Israel Adesanya and Whittaker.
Upcoming UFC Schedule
| Event | Date | Main Event | Weight Class | Location | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFC Fight Night | July 26 | Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder | Middleweight | Abu Dhabi | ESPN+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Aug. 2 | Amir Albazi vs. Tatsuro Taira | Flyweight | Las Vegas | ESPN+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Aug. 9 | Roman Dolidze vs. Anthony Hernandez | Middleweight | Las Vegas | ESPN+ |
| UFC 319 | Aug. 16 | Dricus du Plessis (c) vs. Khamzat Chimaev | Middleweight title | Chicago | ESPN+ PPV |
| UFC Fight Night | Aug. 23 | Johnny Walker vs. Zhang Mingyang | Light heavyweight | Shanghai | ESPN+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Sept. 6 | Nassourdine Imavov vs. Caio Borralho | Middleweight | Paris | ESPN+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Sept. 13 | Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva | Featherweight | San Antonio, Texas | ESPN+ |
| UFC Fight Night | Sept. 27 | TBA | TBA | Perth, Australia | ESPN+ |
| UFC 320 | Oct. 4 | TBA | TBA | Las Vegas | ESPN+ PPV |
| UFC Fight Night | Oct. 18 | TBA | TBA | Vancouver | ESPN+ |
| UFC 321 | Oct. 25 | TBA | TBA | Abu Dhabi | ESPN+ PPV |
| UFC Fight Night | Nov. 22 | TBA | TBA | Doha, Qatar | ESPN+ |
