Quillan Salkilld has officially entered the lightweight rankings following a spectacular first-round knockout of Beneil Dariush in the co-main event of UFC Perth.
Dariush started strong, landing a quick jab behind a head kick that briefly unsettled Salkilld. Dariush then attempted to take the fight to the ground, but after several unsuccessful takedown attempts, Salkilld managed to create space. He then landed a powerful right hook, sending Dariush to the canvas.
Salkilld followed up with a barrage of ground strikes, forcing Dariush into a defensive posture and prompting the referee to stop the fight in the first round.
Official Result: Quillan Salkilld defeated Beneil Dariush by TKO (right hook and ground and pound) at 3:29 of Round 1.
