The UFC 328 main card is set to deliver a heavyweight clash of ranked contenders as Waldo Cortes-Acosta takes on Alexander Volkov at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. This Saturday night showdown promises fireworks, and we're breaking down what to expect.

Cortes-Acosta (17-2 MMA, 10-2 UFC) is riding a three-fight winning streak, and he's been finishing fights in style. The Dominican slugger has stopped Ante Delija, Shamil Gaziev, and most recently, Derrick Lewis. His last setback came via unanimous decision against Sergei Pavlovich last August, but he's bounced back with authority.

Volkov (39-11 MMA, 13-5 UFC) brings a wealth of experience and a 6-foot-7 frame into the Octagon. The Russian veteran is coming off a pair of controversial split decisions: a loss to Ciryl Gane that many felt he won, and a win over Jailton Almeida. He'll be looking for a cleaner, more definitive result this time around.

While Volkov continues to earn featured spots after being arguably robbed in the Gane rematch, Cortes-Acosta presents some unique challenges. The Dominican's hand speed, raw power, and athleticism are undeniable, even if some of his highlight-reel moments come from opportunistic exchanges. However, history shows he can struggle against strong fundamental strikers, as Pavlovich demonstrated.

Expect early scares from both sides, but Volkov's superior striking savvy and significant reach advantage should help neutralize much of Cortes-Acosta's offense. The oddsmakers agree, listing Volkov as a -170 favorite with Cortes-Acosta at +138 on FanDuel.

The heavyweights are expected to make their walk to the cage around 10:10 p.m. ET, streaming live on Paramount+. Whether you're gearing up for fight night with fresh gear or just looking for a classic heavyweight slugfest, this one has all the makings of a memorable showdown.