Nikita Kulshin finishes Junior Melo in first round at LFA, calls out UFC

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 with a first-round knockout of Junior Melo at an LFA event. The 26-year-old from North Ossetia has lived in the US for four years and now has six consecutive victories in LFA over three years. After four straight decision wins, this was his second LFA knockout alongside his debut finish. In his post-fight interview, Kulshin called out the UFC, stating he is ready to fight on short notice at any time. He trains at Kill Cliff gym and has maintained an undefeated record throughout his career.