Quillan Salkilld Defeats Mateusz Gamrot at UFC Vegas 120

At UFC Vegas 120, Quillan Salkilld secured a surprising victory against Mateusz Gamrot, forcing him to tap out with a rear-naked choke in the first round.

The Australian fighter, 26, landed a left hook early in the match, prompting Gamrot to attempt a takedown. Salkilld managed to reverse positions and executed his own takedown, advancing to back mount where he locked in the choke at 4:25 of the round, marking only the second submission loss in Gamrot's career.

This win extends Salkilld's impressive streak to 12 consecutive victories, including six in the UFC, with four finishes. The outcome surprised many, as Gamrot was expected to dominate the grappling exchanges. Salkilld's performance has positioned him near the top of the lightweight rankings, although his next opponent has yet to be announced.