Mark Vologdin set for UFC debut against John Castaneda after DWCS loss

Mark Vologdin, 25, is preparing for his UFC debut despite losing a decision on Dana White's Contender Series in October. The fight was so entertaining that Dana White gave standing applause and awarded contracts to both Vologdin and his opponent Adrian Luna Martinetti. Vologdin holds a 12-4-1 record with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions, representing Petrozavodsk, Karelia, and is a master of sport in Kyokushin Karate. His opponent John Castaneda brings a 4-4 UFC record and has been inactive for exactly one year since his split decision loss to Chris Gutierrez.