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

Mark Vologdin, 25, from Petrozavodsk, Karelia, will make his UFC debut despite losing a decision on DWCS in October. The fight was so entertaining that Dana White gave standing ovations and awarded contracts to both Vologdin and winner Adrian Luna Martinetti. Vologdin holds a record of 12-4-1 with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions, and is a master of sport in Kyokushin karate. His opponent John Castaneda has a 4-4 UFC record and last fought exactly one year ago, losing a split decision to Chris Gutierrez.