Mark Vologdin is in training camp ahead of his UFC debut at age 25. In October, he lost a decision on Dana White's Contender Series, but the bout was so exciting and brutal that fans loved it and Dana White gave a standing ovation. Both Vologdin and his opponent Adrian Luna Martinetti received contracts despite the loss. Vologdin's record stands at 12-4-1 with six knockouts and four submissions. He represents Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia, 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 exactly one year ago, losing a split decision to Chris Gutierrez.
