Nikita Kulshin knocks out Junior Melo in first round at LFA event

Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo early in the first round at an LFA event. This marks Kulshin's sixth consecutive victory in LFA over three years, with his previous four wins coming by decision. The 26-year-old fighter from North Ossetia has been living in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym. After the fight, Kulshin called out the UFC in his post-fight interview, stating he is ready to step in on short notice at any time. Melo's record drops to 15-9-1 with the loss.