Nikita Kulshin knocks out Junior Melo in first round at LFA

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved his undefeated record to 9-0 with an early first-round knockout of Junior Melo at an LFA event. The 26-year-old fighter from North Ossetia has been living in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym. This was Kulshin's sixth fight in LFA over three years, marking his sixth consecutive victory in the promotion. After winning his previous four LFA bouts by decision, this knockout represented his second finish in the organization. In his post-fight interview, Kulshin called out the UFC and stated he is ready to compete on short notice.