The featured Prelim of UFC 321 is a Lightweight bout between Nasrat Haqparast vs. Quillan Salkilld. Salkilld is 2-0 in the UFC and has won nine consecutive fights since losing in the first bout of his career in 2021. Haqparast is the more experienced fighter in this contest, having been in the UFC since 2017 and winning five straight bouts.
Check out my best bet for Nasrat Haqparast vs. Quillan Salkilld at UFC 321.
Quillan Salkilld Moneyline (-102)
In this fight, Haqparast is an excellent striker, but Salkilld is the more well-rounded fighter. Salkilld is taller (6’0″ vs. 5’10”) and has a three-inch reach advantage, giving him the edge physically. On the feet, Haqparast averages 0.92 more significant strikes per minute, but Salkilld is 14 percent more accurate with his strikes.
Haqparast is a slight -118 favorite in this fight on DraftKings Sportsbook, as Salkilld is a -102 underdog. This fight is -185 to go the distance and +135 to end via finish. Haqparast is +175 to win by decision while Salkilld is +200 to win on the judges’ scorecards.
Salkilld, averaging over eight takedowns per 15 minutes, is the difference in this contest. If Salkilled can use his height and reach advantage to his benefit while controlling the distance in this fight, a victory against Haqparast is very possible.
