Nikita Kulshin knocks out Junior Melo in LFA, calls out UFC

Lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo in the opening round at an LFA event. The 26-year-old from North Ossetia, who has lived in the United States for four years, has now won all six of his LFA bouts over three years. After winning his previous four LFA fights by decision, Kulshin returned to the knockout column. In his post-fight interview, Kulshin called out the UFC and stated he is ready to step in on short notice at any time. He trains at Kill Cliff gym.