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2026 UFC event schedule: Gilbert Burns vs. Mike Malott, Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland on tap
TL;DR
Gilbert Burns will defend his welterweight ranking against Mike Malott in Winnipeg, Canada, as part of the 2026 UFC event schedule. A victory for Malott could propel him into the top 15 rankings.
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Mike Malott is ready to ascend to the welterweight elite. Gilbert Burns enters enemy territory to defend his ranking against Malott in Canada.
Canada hasn't had a UFC champion since Georges St-Pierre won the middleweight title in 2017. Malott is a long way from joining GSP in the history books, but he takes a meaningful step forward on Saturday. The Canadian, buoyed by his countrymen in Winnipeg, can break into the top 15 with a win over one-time title challenger Burns.
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Next month, UFC 328 touches down in Newark, New Jersey. UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev makes his first title defense against former champ Sean Strickland. There's a heated rivalry there, with both men claiming to get the best of each other in training. The addition of Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira beefs up the card. Their flyweight title fight was originally scheduled for UFC 327, but was moved back a few weeks after Van suffered an injury.
Take a look below at the current UFC event schedule for 2026. Be sure to check back on this page for more information on upcoming UFC events throughout the year.
Upcoming UFC Schedule
| Event | Date | Main event | Weight class | Location | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UFC Fight Night | April 18 | Gilbert Burns vs. Mike Malott | Welterweight | Winnipeg, Canada | Paramount+ |
| UFC Fight Night | April 25 | Aljamain Sterling vs. Youseff Zalal | Featherweight | Las Vegas | Paramount+ |
| UFC Fight Night | May 2 | Jack Della Maddalena vs. Carlos Prates | Welterweight | Perth, Australia | Paramount+ |
Q&A
What is the significance of the Gilbert Burns vs. Mike Malott fight?
The fight is significant as it could determine Mike Malott's entry into the top 15 welterweight rankings, marking a potential rise in his career.
When is the UFC event featuring Burns and Malott scheduled?
The UFC event featuring Gilbert Burns and Mike Malott is scheduled for Saturday in Winnipeg, Canada.
How long has it been since Canada had a UFC champion?
Canada has not had a UFC champion since Georges St-Pierre won the middleweight title in 2017.
