Nikita Kulshin knocks out Junior Melo in LFA debut, calls out UFC

Nikita Kulshin (9-0) knocked out Junior Melo (15-9-1) early in the first round at an LFA event. The 26-year-old lightweight from North Ossetia has been living in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym. This was his sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, following four straight decision wins and his debut knockout. After the fight, Kulshin grabbed the microphone and called out the UFC, stating he is ready to step in on short notice at any time.