Mark Vologdin in shape for UFC debut against John Castaneda in Winnipeg

Mark Vologdin is ready for his UFC debut at 25 years old. In October, he lost by decision on Dana White's Contender Series, but the fight was so exciting and brutal that fans were thrilled and Dana White gave a standing ovation. Both Vologdin and his opponent Adrian Luna Martinetti received UFC contracts. Vologdin's record stands at 12-4-1 with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions. He represents Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia, and is a master of sport in Kyokushin karate. His opponent John Castaneda is experienced and older with a 4-4 UFC record, last fighting exactly one year ago when he lost to Chris Gutierrez by split decision.