Kulshin knocks out Melo in first round at LFA, calls out UFC for opportunity

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved his undefeated record to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo early in the first round at an LFA event. This marks Kulshin's sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, with his previous four wins coming by decision. The 26-year-old from North Ossetia, who has lived in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym, used his post-fight interview to call out the UFC, stating he is ready to step in on short notice. Kulshin has established himself as a top prospect in the LFA lightweight division.