Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved his undefeated record to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo (15-9-1) early in the first round at an LFA event. This marks Kulshin's sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, following four straight decision wins and one knockout in his LFA debut. The 26-year-old fighter 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 fight on short notice. Kulshin's undefeated record and finishing ability position him as a strong prospect for UFC consideration.
