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

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo (15-9-1) early in the first round at an LFA event. This was Kulshin's sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, with his previous four wins coming by decision. After the fight, Kulshin took the microphone and called out the UFC, stating he is ready to step in on short notice at any time. The 26-year-old fighter is originally from North Ossetia, has lived in the United States for four years, and trains at Kill Cliff gym. His performance continues an undefeated run that began with a knockout in his LFA debut.