Russian fighter Mark Vologdin is in training camp ahead of his UFC debut against veteran John Castaneda. The 25-year-old Vologdin earned his UFC contract despite losing a decision on Dana White's Contender Series in October, with the fight being so entertaining that Dana White gave him a standing ovation and offered contracts to both fighters. Vologdin brings a record of 12-4-1 with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions, representing Petrozavodsk in the Republic of Karelia and holding a master of sport ranking in Kyokushin karate. His opponent Castaneda holds a 4-4 UFC record and last fought exactly one year ago, losing a split decision to Chris Gutierrez.
