Islam Makhachev expressed strong disapproval regarding the BMF title fight scheduled for UFC 300.
The highly anticipated bout features Justin Gaethje defending his BMF title against Max Holloway on April 13 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Makhachev, the reigning UFC lightweight champion, had been anticipating his next title defense against Gaethje. However, with Justin Gaethje now set to face Holloway, Makhachev was left puzzled by the matchmaking decision.
In an interview with MMA Junkie, Makhachev voiced his concerns about the matchup:
“I don’t want to make people upset, but this is a useless fight for a useless belt.