Quillan Salkilld defends submission win, fans wanted knockout instead

Quillan Salkilld revealed that fans were upset with him for finishing Jamie Mullarkey by submission when they expected a knockout. He explained that people don't realize how difficult it is to finish opponents at the UFC level. Salkilld noted that fans saw his knockout highlight reel and assumed he was purely a striker, not understanding he also has grappling skills. He had to apologize to fans who were disappointed he submitted his opponent rather than knocking him out. Despite the backlash, Salkilld said he will try to win however he can in his next fight.