Champion: Quillan Salkilld

Former Eternal Lightweight Champion — Quillan Salkilld

In just under a year inside the UFC, Quillan Salkilld has earned two awards, two knockouts, and the respect of fight fans around the globe, an incredible rise from Australia’s regional circuit to the world’s biggest stage.

Fresh off a Knockout of the Year contender at UFC 321, Quillan has shaken up the MMA world, taking another massive step toward defining his legacy.

His journey began humbly, debuting with a loss in 2021. But true to his grit, Quillan bounced back immediately with a first-round rear-naked choke, the start of an undefeated streak that would lead him to championship gold.

Three straight finishes later, a mix of submissions and knockouts, proved his versatility and power. On June 10, 2023, in front of his hometown crowd in Perth, Australia, Quillan delivered a spectacular 42-second knockout over Blake Donnelly to capture the Eternal Lightweight Title.

His first title defence came in October that same year, where he showcased his endurance and fight IQ across five dominant rounds, nullifying American challenger Brett Pastore at every turn. Quillan followed it up with another emphatic defence submitting Dom Mar Fan via rear-naked choke in Round 2 of their rematch.

With six straight victories (five by finish) Quillan earned his shot on Dana White’s Contender Series in September 2024. He rose to the occasion winning the fight decisively and securing a UFC contract. Dana White personally stepped into the Octagon to shake his hand, sealing the deal with a nod of approval.

That moment set the stage for his UFC debut at UFC 312 in 2025, where he announced himself to the world with a 19-second knockout, earning Performance of the Night honours. He followed it up in June with a dominant unanimous decision win, solidifying his place as one of Australia’s most exciting prospects.

Then came UFC 321 a short-notice fight on ten days’ notice against Nasrat Haqparast. Flying across the world, Quillan once again defied the odds, delivering a highlight-reel knockout that reminded the world exactly what made him an Eternal champion and why his story is only just beginning.

Career Snapshot
Former Eternal Flyweight Champion (2015–2017)
2 Title Defences
9 Eternal Appearances

Know Your Fighter: Andrew Patara

Full Name:
Andrew Patara

Age:
31

Where were you born:
Logan City

Where do you live:
Brisbane

Which gym do you train out of:
Gamebred / Ignite

Who are your coaches:
Ryan Dunstan, Jason Lonergan, Jake Lund

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
None

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Rugby league.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
I love punching heads — so why not get paid for it?

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
If I don’t train, I go a bit loopy.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
The ability to never give up in a fight.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Forward pressure at all times — no retreat.

What is your favourite sport and why:
Rugby league.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Shaun Johnson — up the Wahs!

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Mike Tyson.

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Short-term: spin jaws.
Long-term: look good doing it.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Expect a show — when AP’s on the card, it’s gonna be a cracker of a scrap.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
We’re both gonna meet in the middle and swing for the fences.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
You’ve been with me all this time and still haven’t seen the full skill set — get ready for the evolution.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @andrew.patara

Watch Andrew Patara fight at Eternal MMA 101 on Saturday, November 15.

Know Your Fighter: Charles Foo

Full Name:
Charles Foo

Age:
19

Where were you born:
Mackay, Queensland

Where do you live:
Mackay, Queensland

Which gym do you train out of:
Mackay MMA

Who are your coaches:
Jayden Dalrymple, Danny Borg, Kean Morris

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
1st Stripe White Belt in BJJ

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Taekwondo and soccer.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
Around midway through 2023 I started taking training more seriously. By the end of 2024, I began to feel like I could make a career out of it.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
MMA class — I love being able to chain striking and wrestling together and experiment with new techniques.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
My persistence and faith in myself — those traits help me perform at my best inside the cage.

How would you describe your fighting style:
My footwork is heavily inspired by Dominick Cruz. I like to stay agile, move in and out, and cut angles to set up attacks while making my opponents miss.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — I love the competitiveness of it. It drives me to constantly improve and be better every time I step into the cage.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Dominick Cruz — his mentality and fighting style inspire me.

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Dominick Cruz.

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
My immediate goal is to end the year with a win at Eternal 101. Long term, I want to keep my winning streak going and eventually turn pro.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A high-paced fight featuring unorthodox movement and striking — and a fighter who gets better every time he steps into the cage.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I see it being a technical striking matchup — my opponent is a long-range striker, but I’ll be in constant motion, mixing angles and pressure. It’ll come down to whether he can keep up with my movement.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Thanks to everyone who has supported and pushed me in and out of training. I always fight 100 percent knowing I’ve got the best people behind me.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @thatcharlesyouknow

Watch Charles Foo fight at Eternal MMA 101 on Saturday, November 15.

Know Your Fighter: Kotone Tada

Full Name:
Kotone Tada

Age:
26

Where were you born:
Japan

Where do you live:
Gold Coast

Which gym do you train out of:
CMBT

Who are your coaches:
Miles, Jessey, Brentin

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Amateur MMA record: 6 wins, 3 losses
Karate (Japan) — 2nd place nationally

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Karate

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
About a year and a half ago.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Wrestling — because I get to train with Reece McLaren, which isn’t possible in Japan.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Karate and wrestling. I’ve been doing karate since I was 8 years old and have competed at the top level in Japan. That experience gave me confidence, and since coming to Australia, my wrestling has improved a lot.

How would you describe your fighting style:
A mix of karate and wrestling — I can dominate in both striking and grappling, and I always aim for the finish.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — it’s the hardest and most exciting sport.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Kyoji Horiguchi, TJ Dillashaw, Quillan Salkilld

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Kyoji Horiguchi, TJ Dillashaw, Quillan Salkilld

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Become an Eternal Champion and eventually a UFC Champion — while continuing to enjoy MMA.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
KO or TKO — I’m always aiming for the finish and to put on the most exciting fights possible.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
I’m aiming for a KO or TKO.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
I came to Australia despite my family’s objections. I feel sorry, but I want to show you something amazing — please look forward to this match. I want my fans, supporters, and family to forget their worries when they watch me fight.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @kotone_tada1

Watch Kotone Tada fight at Eternal MMA 101 on Saturday, November 15.

Know Your Fighter: Gus Muirhead

Full Name:
Gus Muirhead

Age:
25

Where were you born:
Port Augusta

Where do you live:
Gold Coast

Which gym do you train out of:
Shindo MMA

Who are your coaches:
Kerry Dune

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
White Belt

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Swimming, BMX, rugby, and squash.

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
February 2024.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Saturday morning fight training — the perfect way to start the weekend is with “eating some lunches.”

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
I’m dangerous anywhere the fight goes — striking, wrestling, or BJJ — and I’ve got the drive to keep pressing forward until my hand is raised.

How would you describe your fighting style:
A mix of forward-pressure striking, dominant wrestling, and skilful grappling.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — it’s real, raw, and thrilling. Nothing else in the world gives you a feeling like this.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Georges St-Pierre (GSP).

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
GSP and Alexander Volkanovski.

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
To put the featherweight division on notice, tear through the ranks both amateur and professional, and secure a ticket to the UFC.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
A fast-paced fight full of mayhem — whether it’s through my blitz striking or overpowering wrestling, the fight will be one to watch.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
A fast-paced fight with me on the front foot, ending with a win — either submission or KO.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
Thank you to all my supporters — you guys make it possible, and I can’t wait to put on a show for youse.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @gus.muirhead
Instagram (fighter page): @gus.mayhemmma

Watch Gus Muirhead fight at Eternal MMA 101 on Saturday, November 15.

Know Your Fighter: Cyprian Rogozinski

Full Name:
Cyprian Rogozinski

Age:
23

Where were you born:
Pabianice, Poland

Where do you live:
Brisbane

Which gym do you train out of:
Integrated MMA

Who are your coaches:
Adrian Pang, Grego Penaloza

What belts or rankings do you currently possess as a martial artist:
Blue Belt

What sports or activities did you participate in growing up:
Football (soccer), basketball, AFL, gymnastics

When did you begin to take MMA seriously as a hobby and then as a potential profession:
At the start of 2025.

Favourite aspect of training or favourite session of the week, and why:
Sparring — being able to put everything together to see what works and what doesn’t.

What are your greatest strengths as an athlete or a fighter:
Composure under pressure, work ethic, and adaptability. I stay calm in tough situations, push through fatigue, and can adjust my style mid-fight to capitalize on openings.

How would you describe your fighting style:
Controlled aggression — I like to pressure, mix my striking and grappling, and find the finish wherever the fight goes.

What is your favourite sport and why:
MMA — it’s what makes me who I am.

Who is your favourite athlete:
Craig Jones

Who is your favourite combat sports athlete:
Recently, I’ve been enjoying watching and studying Tommy McMillen.

What are your immediate and long-term goals:
Build experience and eventually compete in the UFC.

When fans see your name on a fight poster, what should they expect:
Intensity, entertainment, and a finish. I bring pressure and precision every time I step in the cage.

How do you see your upcoming fight playing out:
No predictions — just execution. I trust the process and my preparation.

A final message to any friends, family and supporters:
I’m focused, composed, and ready to perform at my best.

Where will any fans or supporters be able to find you (socials):
Instagram: @polishpunishermma

Watch Cyprian Rogozinski fight at Eternal MMA 101 on Saturday, November 15.