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

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved his record to 9-0 with a first-round knockout of Junior Melo at an LFA event. The 26-year-old North Ossetia native has been living in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym. This was Kulshin's sixth fight in LFA over three years, making him a perfect 6-0 in the promotion with one previous knockout and four decision wins before this stoppage. After the victory, Kulshin took the microphone and called out the UFC, stating he is ready to fight on short notice at any time. His undefeated record and recent knockout performance position him as a strong prospect for UFC recruitment.