TLDR
- Quillan Salkilld is a -400 favorite against Beneil Dariush at UFC Fight Night 275 in Perth on Saturday
- Dariush has lost 3 of his past 4 fights by knockout, including a 16-second loss to Benoit Saint Denis in November
- Salkilld brings an 11-fight winning streak and holds advantages in reach, strike accuracy, and takedowns
- Betting lines heavily favor a finish, with under 1.5 rounds priced at -150
- First-round finish odds for Salkilld are listed at +150, with Round 2 specific betting at +400
UFC Perth Card Odds
Fight Time
| Time Zone | Prelims | Main Card | Expected Main Event Walkouts |
|---|---|---|---|
| ET (Eastern) | 4:00 AM | 7:00 AM | ~10:00 AM |
| PT (Pacific) | 1:00 AM | 4:00 AM | ~7:00 AM |
| AWST (Perth/Local) | 4:00 PM | 7:00 PM | ~10:00 PM |
Event streams on ESPN+ (P+). Venue: RAC Arena, Perth, Western Australia.
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Sources: Covers.com | South Bend Tribune | Sportsbook Wire
Beneil Dariush faces Quillan Salkilld Saturday at UFC Fight Night 275 in Perth, Australia, with betting lines showing the veteran as a heavy underdog. Current odds from BetMGM list Salkilld at -400 while Dariush sits at +300.
The 3-round lightweight bout takes place at RAC Arena with prelims starting at 4 a.m. ET and the main card at 7 a.m. ET on Paramount+. Dariush enters with a record of 23-7-1 while Salkilld stands at 11-1-0.
Dariush has struggled in recent fights, losing three of his past four bouts. His most recent loss came at UFC 322 when Benoit Saint Denis knocked him out in just 16 seconds last November.
The veteran also suffered knockout losses to Arman Tsarukyan in December 2023 and Charles Oliveira in June 2023. All seven of Dariush’s career losses have come inside the distance, including six by knockout.
Salkilld brings an 11-fight winning streak into the octagon. The Australian fighter has won four straight UFC fights and earned a contract through Dana White’s Contender Series: Season 8, Week 4 with a unanimous decision over Gauge Young.
His only professional loss came in his debut on February 13, 2021, when Pablo Torrealba submitted him via rear-naked choke. Since then, Salkilld has remained undefeated across all competitions.
Statistical Edge Favors Australian Fighter
The numbers support the betting line. Salkilld holds a 3-inch reach advantage over the southpaw Dariush and posts a 61.35% accuracy rate on his strikes.
Salkilld lands 5.16 strikes per minute compared to Dariush’s 3.78. He also averages 7.95 takedowns while Dariush manages just 2.11 per fight.
Betting experts predict an early finish. Covers analyst Danny Howard recommends Salkilld to win in Round 1 at +150 odds based on Dariush’s declining durability and vulnerability to fast starters.
The method of victory odds reflect expectations for a quick finish. Salkilld to win by KO/TKO is listed at -155, while a first-round finish specifically is available at +150 according to Covers.
Betting Markets Point to Short Fight
The total rounds line sits at 1.5 with the under priced at -150 and the over at +115. These odds suggest bookmakers expect the fight to end before the middle of Round 2.
The fight going the distance is priced at +333 for yes and -525 for no at BetMGM. This means bettors would need to risk $525 to win $100 on a finish.
Round-specific betting offers Salkilld in Round 2 at +400 odds. Sportsbook Wire analyst Daniel Dobish suggests this prop for bettors seeking higher returns.
Dariush has experience on his side but faces a motivated opponent fighting on home soil. Salkilld represents Luistro Combat Academy and will have crowd support at RAC Arena.
The fight serves as the co-main event of UFC Fight Night 275. Oddsmakers opened Salkilld at -475 at some books, though lines have moved slightly to -400 at most major sportsbooks as of Thursday evening.
