Dan Hooker Questions Future of UFC BMF Title

Dan Hooker has expressed that the symbolic 'BMF' title should be retired, suggesting that recent bookings have strayed from the belt's original purpose. The title is scheduled to be contested at UFC 335 on December 12, featuring current champion Charles Oliveira against challenger Diego Lopes.

Hooker criticized Oliveira's performance against Max Holloway at UFC 326, noting that the grappling-heavy approach contradicted the belt's spirit. According to Hooker, the promotion has moved away from the concept of a title for fighters with inconsistent records and aggressive personas, noting that 'nice guys' have now held the belt.

Despite his reservations about the title's current status, Hooker remains interested in a potential future matchup against Diego Lopes. Hooker is set to face Brian Ortega at UFC Qatar on November 21 and believes that if both he and Lopes win their respective upcoming bouts, a clash for the BMF title could be a logical next step.