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Mark Vologdin, 25, is preparing for his UFC debut after earning a contract despite losing by decision on Dana White's Contender Series in October. The fight was so spectacular and brutal that fans were thrilled and Dana White gave a standing ovation, resulting in both Vologdin and his opponent Adrian Luna Martinetti receiving contracts. Vologdin, representing Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia, holds a record of 12-4-1 with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions, and is a master of sport in Kyokushin karate. His opponent is the experienced John Castaneda, who has a 4-4 record in the UFC and last fought exactly one year ago, losing to Chris Gutierrez by split decision.
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