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

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved his record to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo in the opening round at an LFA event. This marks Kulshin's sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, following four straight decision wins and one previous knockout. The 26-year-old fighter from North Ossetia, who has been living in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym, grabbed the microphone after his win to call out the UFC, stating he is ready to compete on short notice. Melo's record drops to 15-9-1 following the defeat.