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

Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 with a first-round knockout victory over Junior Melo at LFA 231. 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 marks his sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, with his previous four wins coming by decision. 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.