The UFC is set to hold a numbered event in Newark, New Jersey, on May 9, 2026, at the Prudential Center, where Roman Kopylov will meet Marco Tulio in a middleweight contest. This matchup, initially reported by ESPN Brasil, will mark a significant moment for both fighters as they look to advance their standing in the division.
Current Form and Challenges for Kopylov
Roman Kopylov, a Russian fighter, has been actively preparing in the gym as he enters fight camp. He is aiming to halt a two-fight losing streak, only the second such sequence in his career. His recent losses came against Paulo Costa and Gregory Rodrigues, both bouts going the full distance. While Costa and Rodrigues remain ranked in the UFC’s middleweight top 15, Kopylov has fallen out of those rankings after those defeats.
Marco Tulio’s UFC Journey So Far
Marco Tulio, who earned his UFC contract via Dana White’s Contender Series in 2024, currently holds a 2-1 record in the organization. His latest loss came in November when Christian Leroy Duncan stopped him with a spinning back fist, marking Tulio’s first UFC defeat. Prior to that, Tulio secured victories over Ihor Potiera and Tresean Gore.
Additional Matchup Confirmed for UFC 328
Aside from Kopylov versus Tulio, the event has officially confirmed only one other fight: Ateba Gautier will face Osman Diaz. Promotion officials have yet to release an official announcement for UFC 328, keeping the full card under wraps for now.
Significance of the Upcoming Fight
This fight represents a critical juncture for Roman Kopylov UFC fight fans, as the Russian contender works to regain footing in the middleweight rankings. For Marco Tulio, the bout offers a chance to rebound after a tough loss and prove his place among UFC’s rising talents. With both fighters aiming to reverse recent setbacks, their clash in New Jersey could shape the middleweight division’s landscape moving forward.
UFC 328 em MAIO – NEWARK 🚨🥊
Marco Túlio x Kopylov
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