LFA champion Artem Belakh (11-2) has been confirmed as a participant in the new season of The Ultimate Fighter. Belakh represents Kazakhstan and Russia and brings an 11-2 professional record to the competition. The announcement indicates that several other fighters from CIS countries will also be part of the season, with additional names to be revealed soon. Belakh's inclusion adds credibility to the bantamweight roster as he enters with championship experience from a major feeder organization.
