The competitive lightweight division is set for another thrilling encounter. Grant “KGD” Dawson and Mateusz “Rebeasty” Rębecki are scheduled to face each other at UFC 328 on May 9, 2026. This highly anticipated bout will take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, featuring two skilled grapplers and fan-favorite fighters, each determined to establish their dominance in the challenging 155-pound weight class.
Grant Dawson vs. Mateusz Rębecki
Grant Dawson (23-3-1 overall, 11-2-1 in UFC) brings a formidable record into the Octagon. Representing American Top Team, the 32-year-old Nebraskan is renowned for his relentless pressure and suffocating ground game. He boasts significant victories against opponents such as Damir Ismagulov, Jared Gordon, and Carlos Diego Ferreira, securing three ‘Performance of the Night’ bonuses during his career. Having overcome recent challenges, Dawson is eager to prove his continued relevance as a top contender in the lightweight division.
Across from him will be Mateusz Rębecki (20-4 overall, 4-3 in UFC), a powerful fighter hailing from Poland. Rębecki trains with both Berserker’s Team and American Top Team and is recognized for his aggressive approach and spectacular scrambles. “Rebeasty” holds notable wins over Myktybek Orolbai, Daguir Imavov, and Loik Radzhabov, along with three ‘Fight of the Night’ bonuses. As a former FEN champion, he has been steadily ascending the UFC lightweight ladder and views Dawson as a crucial opponent to solidify his position among the division’s elite.
Headlining UFC 328 will be a highly anticipated middleweight title bout at the Prudential Center on May 9, 2026. Champion Khamzat Chimaev will make his inaugural title defense against former champion Sean Strickland, who aims to reclaim the coveted belt in what promises to be a blockbuster main event.
Considering both fighters possess significant momentum and demonstrated finishing capabilities, the Dawson vs. Rębecki encounter is poised to be one of the most compelling stylistic matchups at UFC 328. Spectators at the Prudential Center can anticipate a relentless pace throughout the fight, likely resulting in a performance that earns a bonus for the victor.