Quillan Salkilld Steps Up on 10 Days’ Notice to Face Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 321

Australian lightweight Quillan Salkilld has grabbed a massive opportunity, stepping in on 10 days’ notice to face seasoned contender Nasrat Haqparast at UFC 321. It’s classic MMA news that fires up local fans—an Aussie UFC fighter answering the phone, jumping into camp, and chasing a statement win on the global stage.

Fight at a Glance

• Division: Lightweight (155 lb)
• Match‑up: Quillan Salkilld (AUS) vs Nasrat Haqparast
• Notice: 10‑day short‑notice call‑up
• Australian watch times: Official broadcast times will be posted during fight week, check our upcoming UFC events hub for AEST/AWST details on the next UFC event and other upcoming UFC fights.
• Why it matters: A signature win here would put Salkilld among the most talked‑about Australian UFC fighters this year.

Who Is Quillan Salkilld? (Australia’s Perspective)

Career Snapshot

Salkilld is a rising Australian lightweight known for sharp boxing fundamentals, clean shot selection, and a willingness to pressure. Regionally, he earned his UFC call with a mix of power finishes and measured decision wins—proof he can sprint or manage pace over three rounds.

Style & Strengths

• Fast starts: He’s dangerous in the opening minutes, especially with counters as opponents close distance.
• Composure in exchanges: Keeps his feet under him and fires back straight.
• Well‑rounded toolkit: Enough wrestling entries and clinch grappling to change looks and bank control time when needed.

Path to Victory vs Haqparast

• Feint‑first boxing: Draw the southpaw into the pocket, then fire the rear‑hand counter.
• Mix levels: Level changes after combinations can blunt counters and steal rounds.
• Cut the lane: Step outside the lead foot to line up the right hand and avoid the left cross.

Salkilld’s surge is another strong chapter for UFC Australia and highlights the depth of aussie MMA fighters coming through.

Who Is Nasrat Haqparast?

Haqparast is a durable, experienced lightweight with crisp southpaw boxing, reliable output, and sturdy takedown defence. He thrives when fights become high‑pace striking battles, piling up volume and forcing opponents to work for every clean look.

What he does well

• Pressure and volume: Keeps exchanges frequent and scores with the left hand.
• Counters vs level changes: Punishes sloppy entries with uppercuts and hooks.
• Experience edge: Comfortable in three‑round decision fights.

Keys to the Match‑Up

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Why This Fight Matters for Australian MMA

Short‑notice opportunities are where Australian fighters in UFC build reputations. If Salkilld delivers, he’ll move from promising name to must‑watch on future UFC events, strengthening Australia’s footprint among UFC fighters Australia followers.

How to Watch in Australia (AEST/AWST)

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Quick History Notes

Quillan Salkilld

• Built momentum with highlight‑reel finishes on the regional scene.
• Earned plaudits for measured pressure, clean counters, and steady improvements in wrestling and clinch control.
• Represents the new wave of Australian MMA fighters breaking through.

Nasrat Haqparast

• Long‑tenured UFC lightweight with multiple decision wins over respected names.
• Known for southpaw boxing fundamentals and pace.

FAQs

When is UFC 321?

UFC 321 takes place on a Saturday local time, with Australian viewing landing across late Saturday/early Sunday depending on your state and daylight savings. Times are confirmed on our upcoming UFC events hub during fight week.

What weight is Salkilld vs Haqparast?

Lightweight (155 lb).

Is Quillan Salkilld on your list of Australian UFC fighters?

Yes—he’s part of our growing roster of Australian UFC fighters highlighted in our fighters hub.

What does “mixed martial arts” actually mean?

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) blends striking and grappling from boxing, Muay Thai, wrestling and BJJ. (People often search it as martial mixed arts, martial MMA, or mix martial art fight—same sport.)

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