Mark Vologdin in peak condition for UFC debut against John Castaneda

Mark Vologdin, 25, is ready for his first UFC fight after impressive DWCS performance. Despite losing by decision to Adrian Luna Martinetti in October, his performance was so spectacular that Dana White gave standing ovations and awarded contracts to both fighters. The Russian from Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia, holds a 12-4-1 record with 6 knockouts and 4 submissions. He is a master of sport in Kyokushin karate. His opponent John Castaneda holds a 4-4 UFC record and hasn't fought in exactly one year, last losing to Chris Gutierrez by split decision.