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

Undefeated lightweight Nikita Kulshin improved to 9-0 by knocking out Junior Melo in the first round at an LFA event. The 26-year-old Russian fighter from North Ossetia has now won all six of his LFA bouts over three years, with this being his second knockout finish in the promotion. Following the victory, Kulshin took the microphone and called out the UFC, stating he is ready to fight on short notice at any time. Kulshin has been living in the United States for four years and trains at Kill Cliff gym. His winning streak and finishing ability position him as a strong UFC prospect.