Quillan Salkilld submits Jamie Mullarkey with first-round rear-naked choke at UFC 325 Sydney

Quillan Salkilld delivered a breakout moment at UFC 325 in Sydney, finishing Jamie Mullarkey in the first round with a rear-naked choke and announcing himself in a big way on a major Australian card.

From the opening exchanges, Salkilld looked sharp and purposeful, wasting no time in forcing the fight into the areas where he could make his grappling count. Mullarkey, a proven UFC campaigner, tried to settle into rhythm, but Salkilld’s pressure closed the space quickly and created the kind of scramble where one mistake becomes fatal.

Once Salkilld secured position, the finish came fast. He took the back, locked his hands, and tightened the rear-naked choke with control and patience. Mullarkey fought the grip, tried to peel the hands, but the squeeze only got stronger. Moments later, he was forced to tap, ending the fight inside a round.

It was the type of performance that changes perception instantly. Beating an established name is one thing. Doing it cleanly, quickly, and with a signature submission is another. For Salkilld, UFC 325 did not just bring a win. It brought a statement.

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