Beneil Dariush vs. Quillan Salkilld prediction, odds, pick for UFC Perth

The Co-Foremost Event of UFC Perth: Della Maddalena vs. Prates is finally here as we bring you a prediction and pick for this bout within the Lightweight (155) Division. No 12-ranked Beneil Dariush will tackle Australia’s rising Quillan Salkilld in a can’t-miss scrap with rankings at stake. Check our UFC odds series for the Dariush-Salkilld prediction and pick.

Beneil Dariush (23-7-1) has gone 17-7-1 contained in the UFC since debuting in 2014. After beating Renato Moicano via unanimous decision in a stunner, he fell short during his latest outing against Benoit Saint-Denis in the primary round and is motivated to show away a vibrant prospect in opposing territory. Dariush stands 5-foot-10 with a 72-inch reach.

Quillan Salkilld (11-1) is 4-0 contained in the UFC since 2025, taking advantage of his Contender Series contract with three finishes (2 KO, 1 SUB) through his first 4 UFC appearances. Now, he’ll face his first ranked opponent with a likelihood to overtake a longtime veteran of the promotion. Salkilld stands six feet tall with a 75-inch reach.

UFC Perth Odds, courtesy of DraftKings. 

UFC Perth Odds: Beneil Dariush-Quillan Salkilld Odds

Beneil Dariush: +350

Quillan Salkilld: -455

Over 1.5 rounds: +114

Under 1.5 rounds: -145

Why Beneil Dariush Will Win

• Last Fight: (L) Benoit Saint-Denis – KO (left hook, R1)
• Last 5: 2-3
• Finishes: 5 KO/TKO, 8 SUB

Beneil Dariush appeared to be in top form during his three-round unanimous win over dangerous contender Renato Moicano, but he bumped into a brick wall in Saint-Denis via left hook during his last bout. It’s his third knockout loss in 4 fights, however it’s price noting the opposite two got here against Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira, unquestionably two of one of the best fighters on this planet right away.

Dariush may have to make use of every little bit of veteran experience in allowing Salkilld to exert himself while he turns the pressure up within the later rounds. Salkilld has seen the gap only once before and this might be a big step up in competition, so expect Dariush to take advantage of the shortcomings within the second and third rounds.

While his opponent has been stacking flashy finally ends up up to now, Dariush is way more proven against higher fighters and ought to be trying to play into his strengths during this fight. He can walk through punches because of his durability, however it’ll be about getting in-close and landing along with his knees and elbows to notch a fight-changing shot.

Why Quillan Salkilld Will Win

• Last Fight: (W) Jamie Mullarkey – SUB (rear naked choke, R1)
• Last 5: 5-0
• Finishes: 4 KO/TKO, 4 SUB

Quillan Salkilld comes into his first true UFC test after remaining spotless up up to now and ending three of 4 fights contained in the first round. He proved his ability to go the gap with a unanimous win over Yanal Ashmouz, but hasn’t shown much weakness to his game up up to now. He’ll have the whole lot to prove in front of his home crowd with a rating on the road if he can win.

At just 26 years old, Salkilld might be 10 years Dariush’s junior and a a lot better athlete given where they’re each at on this point of their careers. Salkilld might be trying to overwhelm Dariush along with his imposing striking on the feet, oftentimes walking opponents down and punching all the way through them along with his power advantage. On the bottom, Salkilld is amazingly quick to note opponents’ movements, putting him one step ahead along with his speed throughout the transitions.

Still, Beneil Dariush has all the time been considered considered one of the higher grapplers within the Lightweight Division, so Salkilld may have to approach with caution as he won’t be guaranteed any easy positions within the grappling. If he can manage to take the back or find mount on the bottom, expect him to complete the fight quickly because of his instincts and squeeze when in an advantageous spot.

Final Beneil Dariush-Quillan Salkilld Prediction & Pick

This fight ought to be a fun exchange between two talented grapplers as their skill sets mirror one another in some ways. Quillan Salkilld is harking back to a younger Beneil Dariush and may have all the benefits of youth and athleticism on his side. Dariush, nonetheless, has grown accustomed to facing one of the best fighters on this planet at this weight class and won’t be deterred by an opponent just five fights into their UFC tenure.

Nevertheless, the last knockout for Dariush was a tricky one and he didn’t seem all too resistant in allowing Saint-Denis to walk through him along with his striking. Salkilld should have the ability to do the identical as we’ll side with him to win this fight inside the gap. Still, expect Dariush to present him his hardest outing up up to now.

Final Beneil Dariush-Quillan Salkilld Prediction & Pick: Quillan Salkilld (-455); UNDER 1.5 Rounds (-145)