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Mark Vologdin, 25, is preparing for his UFC debut after earning a contract despite losing a decision on Dana White's Contender Series in October. The fight was so exciting and brutal that fans were thrilled and Dana White gave a standing ovation, resulting in contracts for both Vologdin and winner Adrian Luna Martinetti. Vologdin's record stands at 12-4-1 with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions. The Russian fighter from Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia, is a master of sport in Kyokushin karate. His opponent will be veteran John Castaneda, who holds a 4-4 UFC record and hasn't fought in exactly one year, last losing to Chris Gutierrez by split decision.
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