Cormier Advocates for Salkilld's Top-Five Lightweight Matchup

Quillan Salkilld is being recommended for a matchup against a top-five lightweight contender following his first-round submission victory over Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Vegas 120, according to Daniel Cormier.

The 26-year-old Australian, who remains undefeated, achieved a rear-naked choke finish against Gamrot, a result that surprised many. Salkilld initiated the fight with effective strikes before transitioning to the ground to secure the submission.

Cormier noted that Salkilld's performance against Gamrot and Beneil Dariush surpassed that of Charles Oliveira in similar matchups. He expressed support for potential fights against Oliveira, Paddy Pimblett, or Benoit Saint Denis. After the fight, Salkilld mentioned experiencing a knee injury, but no further updates on his condition have been provided.