Already? New UFC star ignores Dariush and targets Mauricio Ruffy: 'A macabre fight'

Image montage used to promote the Salkilld vs. Ruffy fight at UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/FullViolence

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MMA sensation, Quillan Salkilld does not want to waste time in the biggest organization in the sport. This Saturday (2), the Australian prospect plays at home against Beneil Dariush in the co-main fight of UFC Perth, which is the biggest fight of his career. Excited about his current form, the athlete, considered by bookmakers to be a strong favorite to beat the veteran, is already planning even bigger duels in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg) and has his eye on... Mauricio Ruffy.

In an interview with the Instagram profile 'Full Violence', Salkilld, unafraid of the Brazilian's knockout reputation, expressed interest in having him as an opponent. Furthermore, should the UFC decide to make the fight happen, it has all the makings of one of the most entertaining and visually appealing, as both athletes are creative and technical strikers.

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It's quite true that, currently, Ruffy is ahead of the Australian. So much so that the Brazilian is number ten in the category's ranking and was selected to be part of the historic event. UFC White House, on June 14st, against Michael chandlerSalkilld remains undefeated in the company, but is outside the top 15. In any case, the athlete believes it's only a matter of time before the fight happens and openly expresses his excitement.

“I think it’s a gruesome fight. It’s someone I’ve always wanted to fight, ever since I started watching fights. I was like, ‘For sure, I want to fight that guy.’ Turn him into a rag doll, come here. When he’s a little slower, get his arms dirty with some blood. Then it’s like, ‘Okay, it’ll be a little more fun in the striking.’ I’ll throw some spinning strikes, maybe,” said the prospect.

Pay attention to the time.

O UFC Perth The event will begin at an alternative time for the Brazilian audience. It starts at 5 AM (Brasilia time) with 12 fights. The main card is scheduled to begin at 8 AM.

Fighters from Salkilld in MMA

Quillan SalkilldThe 26-year-old is one of the most promising fighters in MMA and is seen as a potential UFC star. The Australian began his career in the sport in 2021 and debuted in the company in 2025. In the sport, the athlete has built a record of 11 wins, eight by stoppage (four by knockout and four by submission), and only one loss.