UFC 321: Nasrat Haqparast vs Quillan Salkilld Preview & Prediction
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The featured prelim at UFC 321 sees the tough Nasrat Haqparast take on rising Australian talent Quillan Salkilld in a lightweight clash.
Nasrat Haqparast vs Quillan Salkilld facts
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Where is UFC 321? Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE
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What TV channel is UFC 321 on? UK – TNT Sports / USA – ESPN+
Where can I stream UFC 321? UK – TNT Sports subscribers can stream the event online via the TNT Sports website and discovery+ / USA – ESPN+ & UFC Fight Pass
UFC 321 main card
Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane (Heavyweight)
Virna Jandiroba vs Mackenzie Dern (Women’s Strawweight)
Umar Nurmagomedov vs Mario Bautista (Bantamweight)
Alexander Volkov vs Jailton Almeida (Heavyweight)
Aleksandar Rakic vs Azamat Murzakanov (Light Heavyweight)
UFC 321 prelims
Nasrat Haqparast vs Quillan Salkilld (Lightweight
Ikram Aliskerov vs Park Jun-yong (Middlweight)
L'udovit Klein vs Mateusz Rebecki (Lightweight)
Abdul-Kareem Al-Selwady vs Matheus Camilo (Lightweight)
Valter Walker vs Louie Sutherland (Heavyweight)
Nathaniel Wood vs Jose Miguel Delgado (Featherweight)
Hamdy Abdelwahab vs Chris Barnett (Heavyweight)
Azat Maksum vs Mitch Raposo (Flyweight)
Jaqueline Amorim vs Mizuki Inoue (Women’s Strawweight)
Nasrat Haqparast: Experienced contender looking to extend his streak
Nasrat Haqparast (18-5) steps into UFC 321 as one of the lightweight division’s most battle-tested names, representing Morocco with pride. The 30-year-old owns a 10-4 UFC record and enters this bout on an impressive five-fight winning streak, quietly rebuilding his momentum after a few early setbacks in his career.
His most recent victory came in March 2025, where he earned a split decision win over Esteban Ribovics, following another hard-fought split decision over Jared Gordon. Haqparast has always been known for his boxing-heavy style, combining tight combinations with explosive counterpunching and a granite chin. While many of his recent wins have been close, he consistently finds ways to edge competitive bouts. A durable and gritty brawler with 56% of his career wins coming via KO/TKO, Haqparast thrives in scrappy, high-pressure exchanges that test his opponents’ resolve.
Quillan Salkilld: Australia’s new hope aiming for the biggest win of his career
Quillan Salkilld (9-1) may be just 25 years old, but the Australian prospect has already turned heads with his early success inside the Octagon. Undefeated in the promotion so far at 2-0, Salkilld has shown tremendous composure and adaptability for his age. He made a statement in his UFC debut, knocking out Anshul Jubli with a crisp right hand in the first round, before following up with a unanimous decision victory over Yanal Ashmouz in June 2025.
A technical boxer by trade, Salkilld has quickly evolved into a well-rounded fighter, displaying strong takedown timing and positional control. His last performance showcased his ability to mix striking and wrestling fluidly — evidence of his growing fight IQ. However, his high pace sometimes taxes his gas tank, and his relative inexperience could be tested against a veteran like Haqparast, who has 14 UFC fights under his belt. Still, Salkilld’s blend of youthful athleticism, clean striking, and developing grappling game make him one of the most exciting new faces at 155 lbs.
Nasrat Haqparast vs Quillan Salkilld prediction
This featured prelim is a classic test of experience versus momentum. Haqparast’s veteran savvy, durability, and sharper boxing give him an edge in tight exchanges, but Salkilld’s composure and growing versatility can’t be ignored. The Australian has shown that he can adjust mid-fight, mixing his striking with well-timed level changes to keep opponents guessing.
Expect Haqparast to push the pace early and look to test Salkilld’s chin with heavy combinations, while the younger fighter aims to control range and use his wrestling when needed. Over three rounds, Haqparast’s experience and ability to handle high-pressure fights may prove decisive. Salkilld will likely have his moments, but Haqparast’s composure and defensive awareness should see him through a competitive contest on the judges’ scorecards.
Prediction: Nasrat Haqparast to win
