Nikita Kulshin KOs Junior Melo in first round at LFA event

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo in the opening round 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 win in the promotion. After winning his four previous LFA bouts by decision and his debut via knockout, Kulshin returned to form with the stoppage. In his post-fight interview, Kulshin called out the UFC, declaring he is ready to step in on short notice at any time.