Mark Vologdin prepares for UFC debut against John Castaneda

Mark Vologdin, 25, from Petrozavodsk, Karelia, is set to make his UFC debut despite losing a decision on DWCS in October. His performance was so exciting that Dana White gave him a standing ovation, earning both him and winner Adrian Luna Martinetti contracts. Vologdin holds a 12-4-1 record with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions, and is a master of sport in Kyokushin karate. His opponent is the experienced John Castaneda, who holds a 4-4 UFC record and last fought a year ago, losing a split decision to Chris Gutierrez.