Salkilld apologizes for submission win after fans expected knockout

Quillan Salkilld revealed that fans were seriously upset with him for finishing Jamie Mullarkey with a submission when they expected a knockout. Salkilld explained that people don't always realize how difficult it is to secure finishes at the UFC level. He had to apologize because fans had only seen his knockouts and didn't know he could grapple effectively, finding it amusing that they were angry about a submission victory. When asked if he would risk betting on a knockout in his upcoming fight against Beneil Dariush, Salkilld remained noncommittal, saying he'll try to hit Dariush in the head but will win however he can. The comments highlight the sometimes unrealistic expectations fans place on fighters based on their previous performances.