Nikita Kulshin scores first-round KO at LFA 231, calls out UFC

Nikita Kulshin improved his undefeated record to 9-0 with a first-round knockout victory over Junior Melo at LFA 231. The 26-year-old lightweight from North Ossetia has now won all six of his LFA bouts over the past three years, with his previous four coming by decision. Following the finish, Kulshin grabbed the microphone and called out the UFC, shouting that he is ready to fight on short notice at any time. Kulshin has been living and training in the United States at Kill Cliff gym for four years.