Makhachev explained why he is not going to fight for the BMF title

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev spoke about his desire to win a second championship belt.

According to the Dagestani, he plans to conquer the welterweight division, and the fun BMF ("Coolest Bastard") title does not interest him at all.

"Honestly, I'm dreaming of a second championship belt - in the welterweight division. I don't know who my opponent will be, right now the champion is Leon Edwards. As for BMF - I don't need this belt (laughs). Because I do not know what it even exists for," - said Makhachev in an interview with TMZ Sports.

Recall that on June 1, Makhachev will share the octagon with Dustin Puryear. The fight will headline the UFC 302 tournament in Newark, USA.