Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: IUF 1
Date: Apr 04, 2018

#R1#
Poroshenko slips a straight right by Goldstein.
Goldstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Poroshenko paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Goldstein catches Poroshenko with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Goldstein connects with a jab.
Goldstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
A left lands for Goldstein.#CUT#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Goldstein jabs at Poroshenko's body.
Poroshenko shoots in but no luck this time.
Poroshenko defending well as Goldstein loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goldstein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Goldstein defends it well.
Goldstein throws out a powerful jab.
Goldstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Poroshenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Goldstein throws out the jab.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Goldstein misses the shot to the body.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1#
Goldstein misses with a looping right.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Poroshenko staying out of range there.
Poroshenko wants to counter with a clinch but Goldstein pushes him away.
A telegraphed right hand from Goldstein misses the target.
Goldstein throws a jab but it's blocked by Poroshenko.
Goldstein misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Goldstein gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Poroshenko is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Goldstein gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Goldstein.
A body shot lands from Goldstein.
Goldstein lands a shoulder strike.
Goldstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Goldstein can't find room to land a body shot as Poroshenko controls the action. #TD2#
Poroshenko jumps into guard, dragging Goldstein to the mat.
Goldstein is looking to stand up but Poroshenko won't let him.
Goldstein throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Poroshenko controlling the position.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Goldstein from controlling successfully.
Goldstein is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Poroshenko is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Poroshenko lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Poroshenko prevents Goldstein from getting back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poroshenko wants to control from the top but Goldstein keeps moving.
Poroshenko wants to pass the guard but Goldstein is keeping the position.#T3#
Goldstein is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Poroshenko slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Poroshenko tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Poroshenko swings around for an armbar but Goldstein sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Poroshenko's guard.#T4#
Goldstein controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Poroshenko is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Goldstein wants to stand but Poroshenko has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Poroshenko controls Goldstein momentarily but Goldstein frees himself.
Poroshenko is looking to stand up but Goldstein isn't so interested in that idea.
Goldstein tries to stand but Poroshenko is controlling from the bottom. #T5#
Goldstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Poroshenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Samson Goldstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Goldstein connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Poroshenko momentarily.
Goldstein fails in his attempt to clinch.
Goldstein lands a body shot.
Goldstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Poroshenko swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Goldstein defends it well.
Goldstein throws a looping overhand right but Poroshenko ducks down to avoid it.
Goldstein throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Goldstein has taken the fight to the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goldstein.
Goldstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Poroshenko's elbow. #TD2#
Poroshenko has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Goldstein clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Poroshenko has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Goldstein has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #T6#
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB2#
Poroshenko has got his arm under Goldstein's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Goldstein has spun round into Poroshenko's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Our spies down at at Russian Bears Training Center inform us that Poroshenko has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Goldstein trying to control but Poroshenko is working from the bottom.
Poroshenko working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Goldstein.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Goldstein from controlling successfully.
Goldstein sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Goldstein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T7#
Goldstein is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Poroshenko has a closed guard, preventing Goldstein from standing up.
Goldstein is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Goldstein trying to control but Poroshenko is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Poroshenko being controlled here, momentarily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Goldstein accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet but Goldstein is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SU#
Goldstein gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T8#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Goldstein misses with a looping right.
A left lands for Goldstein.
Goldstein cracks Poroshenko with a right hand to the side of the head.
Goldstein is looking to clinch but Poroshenko is avoiding it.
Goldstein punishes Poroshenko's body with a nice straight punch.
Poroshenko shoots in for a double leg but Goldstein sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Samson Goldstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petro Poroshenko.
Goldstein throws a good cross that connects.
Poroshenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Poroshenko looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Goldstein is fending him off so far but Poroshenko persists. Nope, Goldstein circles away and we're back to standing.
Goldstein throws a sloppy head kick and Poroshenko moves out of range easily.
Poroshenko wants to counter the offense by Goldstein and move into the clinch position.
Goldstein throws a head kick that half lands. #T9#
Goldstein tries to clinch up.
Goldstein tries to clinch but Poroshenko is having none of it.
Poroshenko changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Goldstein misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Poroshenko wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goldstein keeps working. #SUB2#
Poroshenko is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Goldstein is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Poroshenko goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Goldstein rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Poroshenko's guard! Nice work there by Goldstein!
Goldstein controlling from the top position.
Goldstein has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Goldstein stops Poroshenko from standing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samson Goldstein dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Goldstein throws a head kick that misses.
Goldstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Poroshenko can do to turn this around?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Poroshenko.
Nice uppercut lands for Goldstein. That snapped Poroshenko's head back.
Goldstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Goldstein throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Goldstein! #SUB2#
Poroshenko is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Goldstein knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Poroshenko looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Samson Goldstein overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Goldstein is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Poroshenko asserts his dominance and retains side control.#SUB2#
Poroshenko goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Goldstein rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Poroshenko's guard! Nice work there by Goldstein!
Poroshenko bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Goldstein's guard. #REVB#
Poroshenko must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB2#
Poroshenko has gone for a leg lock! Goldstein slips out almost immediately though and dives into Poroshenko's guard.#REVR#
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Goldstein from controlling successfully.
Poroshenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Poroshenko, not yet. #T2#
Goldstein is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Goldstein wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving.
Goldstein prevents Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
Goldstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Poroshenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Poroshenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Poroshenko, not yet. #ES2#
Poroshenko pushes Goldstein off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Goldstein lands a really nice looking cross but Poroshenko seems unphased.
Samson Goldstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Goldstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Poroshenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Goldstein lands with a cross.
Goldstein cracks Poroshenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Poroshenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goldstein.
Goldstein misses with a body shot #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Poroshenko trying to control from half guard but Goldstein is working away.
Poroshenko is looking to stall here but Goldstein recovers full guard.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Goldstein is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Poroshenko prevents Goldstein from getting back to his feet.
Goldstein keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Poroshenko drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Goldstein manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Poroshenko has Goldstein in his guard.#REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goldstein wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving. #T5#
Goldstein pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Poroshenko is keeping the position for now. #SU#
Goldstein decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Poroshenko, up you get!
Goldstein looks to land a right hand but Poroshenko moved out of range.
Poroshenko feints the counter takedown.
Goldstein scores with a decent looking hook.
Samson Goldstein is winning the standup battle so far.
Poroshenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Goldstein throws a head kick but Poroshenko moves out of range.
Poroshenko with the counter takedown but Goldstein avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Goldstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Goldstein misses with a straight right.
Goldstein throws a jab but it's blocked by Poroshenko.
Goldstein clobbers Poroshenko with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#
That has opened up Petro Poroshenko's cut even more.#T6#
Goldstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Poroshenko circles away.
Goldstein throws the left hand but Poroshenko avoids the punch easily.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Poroshenko shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Goldstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Goldstein misses with an uppercut.
Goldstein misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES#
Goldstein manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Poroshenko.
Goldstein gets underhooks to prevent Poroshenko's takedown attempt.
Samson Goldstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petro Poroshenko.
Goldstein lands with a left to the head.
Goldstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Goldstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T7#
Poroshenko blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Poroshenko breaks the clinch. #CL#
Goldstein closes the distance and clinches.
Poroshenko is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Goldstein gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC2#
Poroshenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Goldstein scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Goldstein is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Goldstein takes a swing at Poroshenko's ribcage but misses.
Poroshenko changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Goldstein misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Poroshenko is breathing heavily.
Goldstein is not content to let Poroshenko control the position.#SUB2#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Goldstein defends it well. #SUB2#
Poroshenko seems to be looking for submissions. #T8#
Goldstein is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Poroshenko looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Poroshenko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T9##SUB2#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Poroshenko bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Goldstein digs a good hook to Poroshenko's body.
Goldstein throws a body punch but Poroshenko moves out of range.
Poroshenko slips under a jab from Goldstein.
Poroshenko takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Goldstein misses with a head kick.
Goldstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Goldstein is looking to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Samson Goldstein dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's time! Goldstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Goldstein digs a good hook to Poroshenko's body.
Poroshenko blocks a head kick by Goldstein.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Poroshenko tries to move into range but Goldstein moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Goldstein scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Goldstein throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
so Poroshenko counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Poroshenko looking to pass the guard.
Goldstein wants to stand but Poroshenko is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Goldstein is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1##SUB2#
Poroshenko has gone for a leg lock! Goldstein slips out almost immediately though and dives into Poroshenko's guard.#REVR#
Goldstein wants to get up but he can't break Poroshenko's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Goldstein sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Goldstein wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Goldstein prevents Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
Goldstein trying to control but Poroshenko is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Goldstein swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Poroshenko is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Goldstein is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Goldstein is trying to buck Poroshenko off.#SUB2#
Poroshenko thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3##SUB2#
Poroshenko goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Goldstein has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Poroshenko but great work by Goldstein.
Poroshenko is being controlled here.
Goldstein trying to control the position but Poroshenko is working away.
Goldstein sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Poroshenko is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Goldstein throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Goldstein creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Poroshenko sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Goldstein wants to lay and pray for a moment but Poroshenko keeps working.
Goldstein is really struggling to control Poroshenko but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T4#
Poroshenko wants to control but Goldstein postures up.
Poroshenko sneaks back into half guard.
Goldstein stops Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
Goldstein trying to control from half guard but Poroshenko is working away.
Goldstein working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Poroshenko's thigh. Poroshenko counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Goldstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Poroshenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Goldstein sitting in guard here, content to control.
Poroshenko wants to stand but Goldstein is controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Goldstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Poroshenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Goldstein is looking to clinch.
Goldstein swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Goldstein takes a swing at Poroshenko's ribcage but misses.
Goldstein dips to his left and cracks Poroshenko with an uppercut!
Poroshenko blocks a jab.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Goldstein misses with a hook. Poroshenko ducked under it nicely.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T6#
Goldstein throws out a loose jab but Poroshenko uses good head movement to avoid it.
Goldstein lands a high kick!
Poroshenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Goldstein.
Goldstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Goldstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poroshenko moves away.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but Goldstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Goldstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Poroshenko circles away.
Goldstein scores with a shot to the body.
Poroshenko shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Goldstein pinned against the ropes. Goldstein gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Goldstein loads up on a big right hand but Poroshenko slips the punch.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T7#
Goldstein misses with a head kick.
Goldstein throws a big shot that misses.
Goldstein throws a sloppy head kick #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown. Goldstein fights it but they end up in guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Poroshenko stops Goldstein from standing up. #SUB2#
Poroshenko is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Goldstein is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Goldstein has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Goldstein wanted to stand there but Poroshenko had control of the position.
Goldstein trying to control the position from guard on top but Poroshenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Goldstein wants to pass the guard but Poroshenko is keeping the position.
Goldstein postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Goldstein stands and throws Poroshenko's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Poroshenko is trying to get back to half guard.
Samson Goldstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Goldstein wants to stand but Poroshenko is controlling his arm.
Goldstein wants to control but Poroshenko is keeping him busy.
Poroshenko is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Goldstein asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Poroshenko is not content to let Goldstein control the position. #T9#
Poroshenko tries to buck Goldstein off but Goldstein is having none of it.
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet.
Goldstein controlling the position from side mount.
Goldstein continues to stall.
Petro Poroshenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Poroshenko is looking for a sweep.
Goldstein wants to lay and pray for a moment but Poroshenko keeps working. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Samson Goldstein showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Goldstein has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samson Goldstein!
Samson Goldstein decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: Bumfights 7: SkidRow Spectacle
Date: Feb 18, 2018

#R1#
Krynn misses with a hook #TD#
and Poroshenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Krynn's guard.#SUB#
Poroshenko drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Poroshenko jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Poroshenko passes into half guard.
Krynn looks winded!#SUB#
Poroshenko is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Krynn sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Krynn is defending against the submission attempts here by Poroshenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Poroshenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Krynn has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Poroshenko seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Krynn defends it well. #SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Krynn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Poroshenko. #SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Krynn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Poroshenko.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Poroshenko is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Poroshenko is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Poroshenko is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Krynn has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Poroshenko is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Poroshenko content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Poroshenko wants to work for an arm triangle but Krynn is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Poroshenko is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Poroshenko wants to lay and pray for a moment but Krynn keeps working. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Poroshenko takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Krynn doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Poroshenko. #SUB#
Poroshenko is trying for a kimura here. Krynn looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Poroshenko wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Petro Poroshenko!
Our winner, Petro Poroshenko, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: HFC 113:Hopkins vs Sang Seok
Date: Aug 19, 2017

#R1##KD2#
Oooooh!!! Spike has knocked Poroshenko down with a huge combo! Spike steps away and waves a wobbly Poroshenko back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.#CL2#
Spike closes the distance and clinches.
Poroshenko is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Poroshenko works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Spike has his hands on Poroshenko's head, controlling the position.
Spike looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Spike controls Poroshenko momentarily but Poroshenko frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko landing with the ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Spike is on top in guard. #REVB#
Poroshenko pulls Spike in close to prevent any damage.
Poroshenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Spike is one step ahead there. #T1#
Spike stops Poroshenko from standing up.
Spike is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Spike being controlled here momentarily.
Spike won't allow Poroshenko to sweep him here.
Spike is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Poroshenko wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Poroshenko wants to stand and escape but Spike is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Spike must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Spike showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Spike jabs Poroshenko right on the nose. Poroshenko blinks but takes it well.
Sunray Spike seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spike throws a leg kick
and Poroshenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
A head kick by Spike misses #TD#
and Poroshenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Spike's guard.
Poroshenko trying to control but Spike is working from the bottom.
Spike tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Poroshenko postures up and lands a big shot to Spike's brow.
Poroshenko distracts Spike with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Spike working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Poroshenko.
Spike really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Poroshenko. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Poroshenko postures up in Spike's guard and throws a big left but Spike blocks it.
Spike looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Spike pulls Poroshenko in close to prevent any damage.
Spike looking for a sweep. Not yet Spike, not yet. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Spike is on top in guard. #REVB#
Poroshenko is pulling down on Spike's head. It's preventing any offense from Spike, at least for the moment.
Poroshenko wants to stand up but Spike is controlling him.
Poroshenko is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Spike tries to stand but Poroshenko is controlling from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sunray Spike dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Spike throws a body shot but no joy.
Poroshenko is looking for a counter combo.
Spike feints and then cracks Poroshenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Poroshenko down.
Spike misses with a wild body shot.
Poroshenko fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spike rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Poroshenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Spike cracks a nice hook into Poroshenko's ribs.
Spike thows a leg kick but Poroshenko checks it #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T1#
Poroshenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Poroshenko prevents Spike from improving his position.
Poroshenko throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura here.
Spike gets back to full guard.
Spike pulls Poroshenko in close to prevent any damage.
Poroshenko is looking to work some ground and pound but Spike has wrist control.
Spike is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Spike is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Spike wants to hit a switch here but Poroshenko passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Spike there!
Poroshenko lands a couple of good shots and Spike has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Spike is in bad spot here.
Spike is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Poroshenko gets his hands free as Spike looks to control.
Spike has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Poroshenko has the hooks in. Spike is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Poroshenko lands a shot to the head. #T3#
Poroshenko scores with punches to the body.
Spike can't escape the position.
Poroshenko not allowing Spike to control his hands.
Poroshenko doesn't have the hooks in and Spike manages to turn into his guard.
Poroshenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #ES#
Poroshenko wriggles free and stands up. #T4#
Spike wants to clinch.
Poroshenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spike sprawls and moves away.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Spike tries to land a body kick
and Poroshenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A solid leg kick lands there for Spike.
Poroshenko takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Poroshenko misses with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Spike connects with a body shot that sends Poroshenko's belly button to the back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petro Poroshenko dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Spike lands a nice shot to the body.
Poroshenko slips a straight right by Spike.
Poroshenko attempts a counter takedown but Spike avoids it well and moves away.
Poroshenko fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Poroshenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spike lands with an overhand left.
Poroshenko moves out of range as Spike strikes.
Poroshenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Spike sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Spike gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Poroshenko counters with a stiff right hand.
Sunray Spike seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Spike.
Spike tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into side control. Spike won't be happy with that.
Spike struggling a bit here.
Spike is looking for a sweep.
Spike is trying to control Poroshenko's posture but Poroshenko avoids it.
Spike is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Poroshenko off and has taken his back!#T2#
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko trying to control the hands but Spike breaks the grip.
Spike doesn't have the hooks in and Poroshenko manages to turn into his guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Spike pulls Poroshenko in close to his closed guard and prevents Poroshenko from doing any damage or advancing position.
Poroshenko preventing the sweep.
Spike is pulling down on Poroshenko's head. It's preventing any offense from Poroshenko, at least for the moment.
Spike keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully. #T3#
Poroshenko landing some decent shots from guard.
Spike wants to sweep but no luck.
Spike trying to control the position.
Spike looking to hit a scissor sweep but Poroshenko is one step ahead there.
Poroshenko is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Poroshenko in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Spike wants to sweep here but Poroshenko controlling him for the moment.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Spike works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Poroshenko postures up and lands a big shot to Spike's brow.
Poroshenko wants to control from the top but Spike keeps moving.
Poroshenko scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Spike wants to sweep but no luck.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Spike is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Spike can do anything to dispel that myth.
Poroshenko stopping the sweep attempt from Spike.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Spike misses with a body kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sunray Spike.
I think Spike has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sunray Spike!
Sunray Spike decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: HFC 110: Northrop vs Kid
Date: Jul 29, 2017

#R1#
Saric jabbing away but nothing is landing. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Saric has knocked Poroshenko down with a huge combo! Saric steps away and waves a wobbly Poroshenko back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from Saric.
Poroshenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Saric misses with a body punch
and Poroshenko counters with a one-two to the body.
Zdravko Saric seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Poroshenko takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saric misses with a left hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Poroshenko pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Saric is keeping the position for now.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Saric works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Saric pulls Poroshenko in close to his closed guard and prevents Poroshenko from doing any damage or advancing position.
Poroshenko lands a couple of elbows.
Poroshenko landing with the ground and pound.
Poroshenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Saric preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Saric works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Saric works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Poroshenko stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Saric swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko throws an elbow that misses. Saric uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Poroshenko's guard. Nice move by Saric!#REVB#
Poroshenko is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Saric is controlling him.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Saric from controlling successfully.
Poroshenko wants to stand up but Saric is controlling him.
Poroshenko is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T3#
Saric would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The fighters circling - Saric throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Saric throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Saric!
Saric is not content to let Poroshenko control the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Check out the look on Poroshenko's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T4#
Poroshenko throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Poroshenko throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Saric tries to improve position but can't.
Poroshenko looks up at the clock and then as Saric takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Poroshenko smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Poroshenko cracks Saric with a big elbow. #SUB#
Poroshenko tries for a kimura but Saric is defending well.
Poroshenko has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Saric tries to bench press Poroshenko off him but Poroshenko keeps the position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Saric gets back to half guard.
Poroshenko lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Petro Poroshenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Poroshenko will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Saric throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Poroshenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Saric misses with a left hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poroshenko looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Saric with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Poroshenko missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Saric is looking to control Poroshenko's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Saric avoid being mounted?
Poroshenko working over Saric with some ground and pound. Saric looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko throws a strike but Saric avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Poroshenko trying to control but Saric is working from the bottom. #T1#
Saric preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko postures up in Saric's guard and throws a big left but Saric blocks it.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Saric working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Poroshenko.
Poroshenko throwing strikes from guard but Saric blocks nicely.
Poroshenko stands up over Saric, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Poroshenko is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Poroshenko with a nice head shot there.
Poroshenko is in close to Saric's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Saric looking to hit a scissor sweep but Poroshenko is one step ahead there.
Poroshenko throws a strike but Saric rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##ES#
Poroshenko wriggles free and stands up.
Saric misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Poroshenko looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#T3#
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Poroshenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Saric can do to turn this around?
Poroshenko looking to sit in guard and control but Saric gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Saric stopping the sweep attempt from Poroshenko.
Poroshenko is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Saric is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#ES#
Poroshenko pushes Saric off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T4#
A jab from Saric misses.
Poroshenko lands with a straight right. Saric didn't see that one coming.
Saric fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Poroshenko.
Saric throws a lazy right hand but Poroshenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Saric misses with a right hand
and Saric takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Poroshenko swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Saric.
Saric pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Saric throws a leg kick #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Saric!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petro Poroshenko dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Saric swings away with a body shot that misses
and Poroshenko counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Saric misses with a hook.
Saric throws the left hand but Poroshenko avoids the punch easily.
Poroshenko throws a big counter combination but Saric scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Poroshenko slips a jab from Saric.
Poroshenko attempts a counter takedown but Saric avoids it well and moves away.
Nice cross by Saric.
Saric throws a jab but it's blocked by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko tries to counter with a takedown but Saric is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick from Saric is predictable there #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown. Saric fights it but they end up in guard.
Saric keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully.
Saric is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Saric is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petro Poroshenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Saric utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Poroshenko is trying to control. Saric wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zdravko Saric has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Poroshenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Saric wants to improve his position but Poroshenko is controlling well.
Poroshenko seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Saric does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Poroshenko not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Poroshenko throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Saric to regain full guard.
Saric tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Poroshenko is working Saric over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Poroshenko controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Saric misses with a wild body shot.
Saric misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Saric!
Saric can't do much from the bottom here.
Poroshenko working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Saric struggling a bit here.
Poroshenko creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Saric avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Poroshenko.
Saric manages to get back to half guard.#T4#
Poroshenko slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Saric is defending against the submission attempts here by Poroshenko.
Saric is staying active underneath Poroshenko, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Petro Poroshenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura but Saric is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Poroshenko to get the leverage.
Poroshenko works his way into side control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Petro Poroshenko showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Poroshenko, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petro Poroshenko!

Event: POWERS 69
Date: Feb 26, 2017

#R1#
A big left from Roberts misses.
Poroshenko on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
We've been hearing reports that Poroshenko has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Roberts throws a looping overhand right but Poroshenko ducks down to avoid it.
Poroshenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD#
Poroshenko throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Roberts tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Poroshenko is in Roberts's guard.
Poroshenko tries to free his leg and advance position but Roberts is retaining full guard.
Poroshenko landing with the ground and pound.
Poroshenko won't allow Roberts to get back to his feet.
Roberts preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Roberts has momentary wrist control but Poroshenko slips an elbow through the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko looking to sit in guard and control but Roberts gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Poroshenko seems keen to control Roberts's posture.
Roberts won't allow Poroshenko to get back to his feet. #T1#
Roberts trying to control the position from guard on top but Poroshenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Poroshenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Poroshenko trying to keep a closed guard but Roberts is proving a slippery customer.
Roberts prevents Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
Roberts wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving.
Roberts wants to pass the guard but Poroshenko is keeping the position.
Poroshenko is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Roberts is controlling him.
Poroshenko pulls Roberts in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Roberts wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Roberts looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The fighters circling - Roberts throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Poroshenko throws a big counter combination but Roberts scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Poroshenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Roberts swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Roberts is looking to stand up but Poroshenko isn't so interested in that idea.
Roberts keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully. #ES2#
Roberts pushes Poroshenko off and scrambles back to his feet.
Roberts misses with a wild body shot.
Roberts throws an overhand right that lands on Poroshenko's shoulder, as Poroshenko tries to avoid the shot.
Poroshenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3##TD#
Poroshenko drives through with a takedown into Roberts's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Poroshenko works over Roberts with some ground and pound from guard.
Roberts wants to get back to his feet but Poroshenko is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Roberts utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Poroshenko is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Poroshenko wants to control from the top but Roberts keeps moving.
Roberts working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Poroshenko.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Poroshenko makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Poroshenko stops Roberts from standing up. #ES2#
Roberts pushes Poroshenko off and scrambles back to his feet.
Some wild striking there from Roberts.
An attempted straight right counter from Poroshenko misses the target.
Roberts looks to clinch
and Poroshenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Roberts misses with a lunging right hand
and Poroshenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from Roberts.#TD#
Poroshenko is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Roberts's half guard.
Roberts wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Roberts makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Poroshenko displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Roberts throws out the jab.
Poroshenko tries to counter with a takedown but Roberts is quick to defend against it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ray Roberts will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Roberts throws a lazy uppercut
and Poroshenko counters with a left and a right that stings Roberts.
Roberts misses with a hook
and Poroshenko counters with a series of strikes. Roberts will be more careful next time no doubt.
Poroshenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Roberts.
Poroshenko slips under a jab from Roberts.
Jab, jab by Roberts - just one landing.
A telegraphed right hand from Roberts misses the target.
Poroshenko is looking for a counter combo.
Roberts might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Roberts misses with a double jab.
Roberts looks to score with a jab to the body but Poroshenko is just out of range.
Poroshenko attempts a counter takedown but Roberts avoids it well and moves away.
Roberts throws a hook but Poroshenko blocks it.
Decent striking displayed by Roberts there.
Roberts misses with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Roberts uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Poroshenko has time to react.
Roberts misses with an uppercut #TD#
so Poroshenko counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T1#
Roberts utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Poroshenko scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Poroshenko is in close to Roberts's body, working some short punches and elbows.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Petro Poroshenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Roberts has momentary wrist control but Poroshenko slips an elbow through the middle.
Poroshenko stands up over Roberts, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ES2#
Roberts kicks Poroshenko off and gets to his feet.
Roberts misses with a right hand #TD#
so Poroshenko counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Poroshenko sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Poroshenko trying to control but Roberts is working from the bottom.
Poroshenko cracks Roberts with a solid left hand.#T2#
Poroshenko throws a big right hand that misses.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Poroshenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Poroshenko won't allow Roberts to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko throws a strike but Roberts rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Poroshenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Poroshenko, not yet.
Poroshenko is pulling down on Roberts's head. It's preventing any offense from Roberts, at least for the moment.
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet but Roberts is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3#
Roberts trying to control the position from guard on top but Poroshenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #ES#
Poroshenko pushes Roberts off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Poroshenko slips a jab from Roberts.
Poroshenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Roberts scores with a sloppy right hand. Poroshenko should have avoided that one.
Roberts is looking to clinch.
Roberts misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poroshenko.
Poroshenko takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Poroshenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Roberts.
Poroshenko seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Roberts missing with a left hand there. Poroshenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
Poroshenko avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Poroshenko tries to counter with a takedown but Roberts is quick to defend against it.
Roberts throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Poroshenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Roberts throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Poroshenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Roberts sprawls and moves away.
A jab from Roberts misses.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Roberts misses with a right hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Poroshenko scoring with punches to the head and body.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Roberts works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Poroshenko postures up in Roberts's guard and throws a big left but Roberts blocks it.
Poroshenko postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Poroshenko throws a strike but Roberts rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Poroshenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Roberts is one step ahead there.
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet but Roberts is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Petro Poroshenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R3#
Roberts throws a poor cross that misses
and Poroshenko connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Poroshenko staying out of range there.
Roberts throws a hook but Poroshenko avoids it easily.
Poroshenko takes one to the side of the head.
Roberts tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Poroshenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A big right from Roberts misses.
Roberts throws an overhand right that lands on Poroshenko's shoulder, as Poroshenko tries to avoid the shot.
Roberts swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into side control. Roberts won't be happy with that.
Roberts managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Poroshenko.
Roberts pushes Poroshenko away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Poroshenko gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Poroshenko looks up at the clock and then as Roberts takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Poroshenko smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Roberts is trying to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Poroshenko lands a nice forearm strike. #T1#
Roberts takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Roberts pushes Poroshenko away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Poroshenko gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Roberts is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #ROC#
Roberts is rocked!
Poroshenko lands a big left to the face of Roberts, bouncing his head like a basketball. Another shot from Poroshenko and another - Roberts is out! Poroshenko stands up and salutes his fans, who are going crazy in the stands.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Petro Poroshenko!

Event: POWERS 67
Date: Feb 05, 2017

#R1#
Poroshenko avoids the body shot from Roberts.
Poroshenko feinted with a counter takedown.
Poroshenko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Roberts throws a hook but Poroshenko blocks it.
Poroshenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Poroshenko slips a straight right by Roberts.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A lazy left from Roberts finds it's target.#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Roberts cracks Poroshenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Poroshenko avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Poroshenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Roberts sprawls and moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Roberts misses the target.
Roberts uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Roberts throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Poroshenko feints and as Roberts raises his hands in defense, Poroshenko changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Poroshenko throws a strike but Roberts rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Roberts trying to stand up but can't free himself from Poroshenko's guard.
Roberts preventing the sweep.
Poroshenko has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Roberts stops Poroshenko from standing up.
Poroshenko is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Roberts looking to pass the guard.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Roberts from controlling successfully. #ES#
Poroshenko has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Roberts is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
A head punch on the inside from Roberts fails to land.
Roberts throws a head punch that misses.
Poroshenko fails to pull guard.
Roberts lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Roberts swings wildly with an uppercut but Poroshenko uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2##BC#
Poroshenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Roberts misses with a looping left.
Roberts loads up on a big right hand but Poroshenko slips the punch.
Roberts misses with a combination
enabling Poroshenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Roberts throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Poroshenko.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Poroshenko won't allow Roberts to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko scoring with some ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Roberts working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Poroshenko.
Roberts wants to stand and escape but Poroshenko is having none of it. #T3#
Poroshenko postures up in Roberts's guard and throws a big left but Roberts blocks it.
Poroshenko throws a big right hand that misses.
Roberts wants to stand but Poroshenko is controlling the position.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Roberts wants to get back to his feet but Poroshenko is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Poroshenko controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Roberts misses with a left hand
and Poroshenko counters with a nice uppercut.
Roberts rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Poroshenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ray Roberts seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Roberts throws a hook but Poroshenko avoids it easily.
Poroshenko slips under a jab from Roberts.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
The fighters circling - Roberts throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Roberts closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Roberts wants to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko grinds an elbow into Roberts's temple.
Poroshenko is chipping away with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Poroshenko working the ground and pound.
Poroshenko working the body and head with strikes.
Poroshenko looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Roberts is avoiding damage well.
Roberts is trying to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Roberts throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Petro Poroshenko will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's time! Poroshenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Roberts cracks Poroshenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A jab from Roberts misses.
Roberts swinging wildly here.
Poroshenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Roberts misses the shot to the body.
Poroshenko seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Roberts misses with a lunging right hand
and Poroshenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Roberts misses with an uppercut
enabling Poroshenko to counter with a crisp jab.
Ray Roberts seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from Roberts.
An attempted straight right counter from Poroshenko misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Poroshenko scores with a takedown into Roberts's guard.
Poroshenko is working Roberts over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #ES2#
Roberts manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T1#
Roberts thows a left - swing and a miss!
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Roberts misses with a left hand
and Poroshenko counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Roberts throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Poroshenko stops Roberts from getting back to his feet.
Poroshenko working Roberts over with strikes.
Nice strikes from Poroshenko there.
Poroshenko lands a big elbow - Roberts is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Poroshenko!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Petro Poroshenko!
Petro Poroshenko is the new heavyweight champion!

Event: POWERS 65
Date: Jan 06, 2017

#R1#
Chocolate misses with a takedown
and Chocolate takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chocolate throws a looping overhand right but Poroshenko ducks down to avoid it.
Poroshenko misses with a takedown attempt - Chocolate sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Chocolate swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Chocolate throws a lazy uppercut
and Poroshenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Poroshenko moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko circles away from the clinch attempt
and Poroshenko counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chocolate missing with a left hand there. Poroshenko was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Chocolate throws a right hand that misses
and Poroshenko counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Good standup being displayed there by Chocolate as he connects with a hook.
We've been hearing reports that Poroshenko has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Chocolate misses with an uppercut. Poroshenko saw that one coming.
An attempted straight right counter from Poroshenko misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Chocolate.
Chocolate uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Poroshenko has time to react.#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from Chocolate.
Chocolate throws a hook but Poroshenko avoids it easily.
Poroshenko seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chocolate misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Poroshenko prevents Chocolate from improving his position.
Poroshenko missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T2#
Poroshenko passes to full mount!
Chocolate tries to hold on but Poroshenko postures up.
Poroshenko fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #CUT#
It looks like Chip Chocolate has been cut.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Chocolate is looking to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chocolate holds on to Poroshenko as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Poroshenko is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Chocolate goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Poroshenko!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Petro Poroshenko!
Chip Chocolate spoke after the fight, saying 'I'm gonna take this loss with a grain of salt, or a grain of sugar, and put it in a cookie, and eat it.'.

Event: POWERS 62
Date: Dec 04, 2016

#R1#
RocknRolla misses with a wild combination.
Poroshenko shoots in but no luck this time.
RocknRolla misses with a shot to the body
and Poroshenko counters with a left and a right that stings RocknRolla.
RocknRolla scoring well with a low kick there.
Poroshenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from RocknRolla.
Poroshenko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Poroshenko tries to move into range but RocknRolla moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Poroshenko showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from RocknRolla.
RocknRolla waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poroshenko.
RocknRolla misses with a wild combination.
Poroshenko throws a big counter combination but RocknRolla scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T1#
RocknRolla bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Poroshenko's head.
RocknRolla misses the jab.
RocknRolla swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Poroshenko moves out of range of the strikes.
As RocknRolla looks to move away, Poroshenko throws a big counter combo but RocknRolla just gets out of the way.
RocknRolla throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Poroshenko shoots in and drives through. RocknRolla sprawls well.
RocknRolla loads up on a big right hand but Poroshenko slips the punch.
RocknRolla throws a head kick but Poroshenko moves out of range.
Poroshenko tries to counter by clinching up but RocknRolla breaks away and moves out of range.
A left and a right from RocknRolla both land. Nice combination.
RocknRolla throws a looping overhand right but Poroshenko ducks down to avoid it.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
The RocknRolla seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
RocknRolla swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
RocknRolla throws a leg kick but Poroshenko moved away.
Poroshenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
RocknRolla throws a right hand that misses
and Poroshenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
RocknRolla throws a low kick but Poroshenko moves out of range easily.
A little feinted left hand from Poroshenko on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
RocknRolla tries to land a leg kick but Poroshenko saw it coming and moves away.
Poroshenko tries to counter with a takedown but RocknRolla is quick to defend against it.
RocknRolla misses with an uppercut.
Poroshenko feinted with a counter takedown.
RocknRolla attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Poroshenko is looking to counter punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts RocknRolla, as that shot connected.
RocknRolla misses with a combination #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a single leg into guard. RocknRolla didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
RocknRolla pulls Poroshenko in close to his closed guard and prevents Poroshenko from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Poroshenko postures up in RocknRolla's guard and throws a big left but RocknRolla blocks it.
Poroshenko won't allow RocknRolla to sweep him here.
Poroshenko throws an elbow that misses. RocknRolla uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Poroshenko's guard. Nice move by RocknRolla!#REVB#
Poroshenko is looking to sweep but instead, RocknRolla has passed into half guard.
Poroshenko gets back to full guard.
Poroshenko has RocknRolla pulled in close to control his posture.
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet but RocknRolla is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
RocknRolla tries to free his leg and advance position but Poroshenko is retaining full guard.
Poroshenko looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Poroshenko wants to improve his position but instead RocknRolla has moved into half guard. #ES#
Poroshenko makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
RocknRolla thuds his right hand into Poroshenko's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
RocknRolla misses the jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

The RocknRolla dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
RocknRolla scores with a three punch combo!
A combination from RocknRolla does no damage.
Poroshenko attempts a counter takedown but RocknRolla avoids it well and moves away.
Poroshenko takes one on the button.
A jab lands there for RocknRolla.
RocknRolla tries to clinch but Poroshenko moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from RocknRolla misses the target.
RocknRolla throws a lazy right hand but Poroshenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Poroshenko feinted there with a counter leg kick.
RocknRolla tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Poroshenko fires out a quick counter leg kick but RocknRolla just manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko shoots for a double leg takedown but RocknRolla sprawls well. He's pushed Poroshenko's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch on the inside from RocknRolla fails to land. #T1##BC#
Poroshenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
RocknRolla fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Poroshenko looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The RocknRolla is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
RocknRolla throws a low kick, looking for Poroshenko's leg but Poroshenko calmly moves out of range.
Poroshenko attempts a counter takedown but RocknRolla avoids it well and moves away.
RocknRolla throws a solid leg kick but Poroshenko takes the impact on his shin and smiles at RocknRolla.
Poroshenko staying out of range there.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from RocknRolla.
Poroshenko seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
RocknRolla throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
RocknRolla jabbing away but nothing is landing.
RocknRolla connects with the punch.
A big left from RocknRolla misses.
Poroshenko half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
RocknRolla misses with a right hand
letting Poroshenko counter with a right hand. #T2#
RocknRolla throws a left and a right that both miss
and Poroshenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
RocknRolla tries to clinch but Poroshenko moves out of range.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A cross from RocknRolla lands.#CUT2#
Petro Poroshenko's cut is getting worse.
RocknRolla lands a jab to the head.
The RocknRolla seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A low kick from RocknRolla misses
and Poroshenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
RocknRolla will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
RocknRolla has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
RocknRolla tried to score with a low kick but Poroshenko checks it.
Poroshenko throwing a counter right hand but RocknRolla manages to avoid it.
RocknRolla scores with a nice right hand. #ROC2#
Poroshenko is rocked!
Poroshenko looks up at the clock. Bad move! RocknRolla lands a right hand from hell, dropping Poroshenko. RocknRolla pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The RocknRolla! The RocknRolla retains his heavyweight title!
The RocknRolla decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: POWERS 61
Date: Nov 20, 2016

#R1#
Poroshenko takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
RocknRolla misses with a body shot. #CL#
RocknRolla darts in and clinches Poroshenko up against the cage.
RocknRolla softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
RocknRolla's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
RocknRolla throws out a powerful jab.
Poroshenko on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by RocknRolla. RocknRolla obviously looking to wear him down.
RocknRolla tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
RocknRolla looks to land a left hand but Poroshenko moved out of range nicely.
Poroshenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.
RocknRolla lands with a right hand.
RocknRolla is looking to clinch but Poroshenko is avoiding it.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but RocknRolla pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Poroshenko shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as RocknRolla sprawls well. RocknRolla wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Poroshenko gets slowly back to his feet.
A little feinted left hand from RocknRolla on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The RocknRolla is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
RocknRolla throws a chopping leg kick but Poroshenko manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Poroshenko changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
RocknRolla wants to clinch but Poroshenko slips to the side#TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
RocknRolla will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Poroshenko not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Poroshenko's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko with a flurry of punches that miss.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko lands a couple of decent looking shots.
RocknRolla looking to control.
Poroshenko wants to control from the top but RocknRolla keeps moving.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as RocknRolla works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T2#
Poroshenko cracks RocknRolla with a solid left hand.
RocknRolla is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
RocknRolla looking for a sweep. Not yet RocknRolla, not yet.
RocknRolla utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
RocknRolla bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Poroshenko's guard. #REVR#
RocknRolla won't allow Poroshenko to sweep him here.
Poroshenko is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
RocknRolla controlling from the top position.
Poroshenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Poroshenko, not yet. #T3#
RocknRolla passes into half guard.
It looks like RocknRolla is going to stand back up.
RocknRolla trying to control the pace.
RocknRolla prevents Poroshenko from improving his position.
Poroshenko is trying to stand back up but RocknRolla is controlling him
RocknRolla is trying to control the action in half guard but Poroshenko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Poroshenko uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from RocknRolla.
Poroshenko throws a counter combo.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Nice uppercut there from RocknRolla.
Poroshenko takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Poroshenko takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
RocknRolla wants to clinch.
RocknRolla throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Poroshenko.#CUT#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
RocknRolla fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A swing and a miss from RocknRolla.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

The RocknRolla dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Poroshenko tries to keep at a distance but RocknRolla has taken the fight into the clinch.
Poroshenko drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC#
RocknRolla breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
RocknRolla throws a body shot but no joy.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The RocknRolla seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Poroshenko keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from RocknRolla.
RocknRolla tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko won't allow RocknRolla to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko with a nice head shot there.
Poroshenko makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T1#
Poroshenko throws a strike but RocknRolla rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Poroshenko is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Poroshenko manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Our sources have told us that RocknRolla has been working on his elbows in the gym.
RocknRolla misses with a short punch on the inside.
Poroshenko wants to take the fight to the mat but RocknRolla manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
RocknRolla creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD2#
Poroshenko has clasped his hands together around RocknRolla's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Poroshenko scoring with punches from side control.
The strikes coming from Poroshenko are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
You can see the frustration on RocknRolla's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
RocknRolla is trying to escape the position but Poroshenko is controlling the position.
Petro Poroshenko has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poroshenko tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
RocknRolla on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Poroshenko working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
You can see the frustration on RocknRolla's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Poroshenko throws a strike aimed at the side of RocknRolla's head but RocknRolla avoids it well.
Sloppy strikes there by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko lands a nice forearm strike.
Poroshenko trying to control the action but RocknRolla is working from the bottom.
Poroshenko working the head with strikes.
Poroshenko working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T3#
RocknRolla parries the strikes from Poroshenko easily there. Poroshenko is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable RocknRolla to escape.
An elbow from Poroshenko crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Poroshenko tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Poroshenko working the strikes but RocknRolla uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Poroshenko thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed RocknRolla's head.
RocknRolla makes his way to full guard. A much better position for RocknRolla.
Poroshenko throws an elbow that misses. RocknRolla uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Poroshenko's guard. Nice move by RocknRolla!#REVR#
RocknRolla wanted to stand there but Poroshenko had control of the position. #T4#
RocknRolla wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving.
Poroshenko wants to stand up but RocknRolla is controlling him. #ES2#
Poroshenko has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. RocknRolla is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Poroshenko is trying to push RocknRolla away but RocknRolla has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Poroshenko has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. RocknRolla is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
The RocknRolla has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petro Poroshenko.#TD2#
Poroshenko lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Poroshenko missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
RocknRolla keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Poroshenko thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petro Poroshenko showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R3#
A low kick from RocknRolla misses
and Poroshenko cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from RocknRolla.
Poroshenko with the counter takedown but RocknRolla avoids it easily.
Poroshenko takes a kick to the side of the head.
RocknRolla is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Poroshenko takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
RocknRolla misses with an uppercut.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but RocknRolla defends it well.
RocknRolla throws the left hand but Poroshenko avoids the punch easily.
Poroshenko swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
RocknRolla fails with an attempt to clinch.
Poroshenko changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RocknRolla misses with an uppercut.
Poroshenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
RocknRolla lands with a kick to the temple. Poroshenko shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Poroshenko ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
RocknRolla tries to clinch there but Poroshenko circles away.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but RocknRolla defends it well.#T1#
RocknRolla lands with an overhand left.
Poroshenko blocks a leg kick.
Poroshenko throws out a counter right but RocknRolla avoids it with no problem.
RocknRolla wants to land a leg kick but Poroshenko is out of range.
Poroshenko is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
RocknRolla misses with an uppercut. Poroshenko saw that one coming.
Poroshenko shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts RocknRolla as he jumps to the side.
RocknRolla throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Poroshenko trying to control the action but RocknRolla is working from the bottom.
RocknRolla trying to hold on to Poroshenko's head to control him but Poroshenko postures up.
Poroshenko is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. #T2#
RocknRolla keeping full guard, as Poroshenko tries to pass.
RocknRolla bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Poroshenko's guard. #REVR#
Poroshenko wants to stand and escape but RocknRolla is having none of it.
RocknRolla trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
RocknRolla's corner is telling him to maintain position.
RocknRolla won't allow Poroshenko to sweep him here.
Poroshenko wants to stand up but RocknRolla is controlling him.
RocknRolla slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Poroshenko is on top in guard. #REVB#
Poroshenko won't allow RocknRolla to sweep him here.
Poroshenko postures up in RocknRolla's guard and throws a big left but RocknRolla blocks it.
Poroshenko trying to control but RocknRolla is working from the bottom.
RocknRolla has momentary wrist control but Poroshenko slips an elbow through the middle.
RocknRolla not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Poroshenko throws a strike but RocknRolla rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
RocknRolla stopping the sweep attempt from Poroshenko.#T4#
RocknRolla won't allow Poroshenko to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but RocknRolla puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Poroshenko pushes RocknRolla off but RocknRolla dives into side control.
RocknRolla is looking to take a break and control but Poroshenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Poroshenko tries to escape but RocknRolla is in control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
RocknRolla wants to control but Poroshenko is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

The RocknRolla clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
RocknRolla keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
RocknRolla takes a swing at Poroshenko's ribcage but misses.
Poroshenko avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Poroshenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
RocknRolla moves into the clinch successfully.
Poroshenko blocks a body shot from RocknRolla.
Poroshenko drops down looking for an ankle pick but RocknRolla pulls his leg out and moves away.
Poroshenko tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but RocknRolla defends well and Poroshenko ends up having to push RocknRolla into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
RocknRolla throwing a counter right hand but Poroshenko manages to avoid it.
The RocknRolla has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petro Poroshenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RocknRolla pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Poroshenko wants to counter the offense by RocknRolla and move into the clinch position.
RocknRolla throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Poroshenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in RocknRolla's guard.
RocknRolla lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Poroshenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
RocknRolla would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Poroshenko wants to stand and escape but RocknRolla is having none of it.
Poroshenko being controlled here, momentarily.
Poroshenko tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Poroshenko working a defensive guard here.
RocknRolla trying to control but Poroshenko is working from the bottom.
RocknRolla won't allow Poroshenko to sweep him here.
RocknRolla would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Poroshenko swats away the attempt to clinch by RocknRolla.
RocknRolla connects with a high kick. #T3#
RocknRolla throws an overhand right that lands on Poroshenko's shoulder, as Poroshenko tries to avoid the shot.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but RocknRolla defends it well.
RocknRolla throws a nice head kick!
RocknRolla tries to land a leg kick but Poroshenko saw it coming and moves away.
Poroshenko changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
RocknRolla tries to land a leg kick but Poroshenko saw it coming and moves away.
RocknRolla misses with a series of wild punches.
RocknRolla scores with a head kick.
A low kick from RocknRolla is predictable there
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
RocknRolla throws a leg kick
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
RocknRolla misses with a wild body shot.
RocknRolla is looking to clinch.
RocknRolla cracks Poroshenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The RocknRolla is winning the standup battle so far.
Poroshenko fails with a takedown attempt.
RocknRolla connects with a leg kick. Poroshenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Poroshenko blocks a jab.
Poroshenko with the counter takedown but RocknRolla avoids it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

The RocknRolla had his way with Petro Poroshenko in that round.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's time! RocknRolla's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5#
RocknRolla looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
RocknRolla slaps away a takedown attempt from Poroshenko, before circling back to the center of the mat.
RocknRolla lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Poroshenko drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Poroshenko gets cracked with a nice right hand there by RocknRolla.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
RocknRolla misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
RocknRolla scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
RocknRolla throws out a leg kick but Poroshenko moves out of range and RocknRolla only half commits.
As RocknRolla backs off Poroshenko throws a huge counter combo but RocknRolla manages to avoid it all.#T1#
RocknRolla misses with a body shot. #CL#
RocknRolla closes the distance and pushes Poroshenko back into the cage.
RocknRolla struggles to land a body shot inside as Poroshenko controls his hands.
RocknRolla gets through Poroshenko's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD2#
Poroshenko has RocknRolla pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Poroshenko pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending RocknRolla tumbling to the mat - Poroshenko dives into RocknRolla's guard.
Poroshenko trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Poroshenko postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Poroshenko cracks RocknRolla with a solid left hand.#T2#
Poroshenko is looking to work some ground and pound but RocknRolla has wrist control.
RocknRolla keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully.
RocknRolla is trying to keep Poroshenko in close. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
RocknRolla tries to clinch but Poroshenko is having none of it.
Poroshenko feints the counter takedown.
RocknRolla moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
RocknRolla does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Poroshenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
RocknRolla throws a hook but Poroshenko blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Poroshenko on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
RocknRolla instigates a clinch.
Poroshenko's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Poroshenko blocking some punches. #T3##BC2#
Poroshenko pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from RocknRolla.
And Poroshenko tries to counter it with a takedown but RocknRolla pushes his down on his head and steps out.
RocknRolla throws a shot from downtown. Poroshenko moves away and avoids it.
Poroshenko moves out of range of the strikes.
Poroshenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Poroshenko slips under a jab.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The RocknRolla is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
RocknRolla fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
RocknRolla misses with a hook
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
RocknRolla throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into guard.
RocknRolla is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Poroshenko dives into side control. #REVR#
RocknRolla struggling a bit here.#T4#
Poroshenko landing a few strikes.
Poroshenko grinds an elbow into RocknRolla's temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Poroshenko throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Poroshenko trying to control the action but RocknRolla is working from the bottom.
Poroshenko misses with the ground and pound.
Petro Poroshenko has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Poroshenko grinds an elbow into RocknRolla's temple.
RocknRolla is looking to reverse the position.
RocknRolla can't do much from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
The RocknRolla showed his dominance in that final round.
I think RocknRolla has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 49:46
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 49:46
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... The RocknRolla!
The RocknRolla is the new heavyweight champion!
An out of breath The RocknRolla thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Powers 59
Date: Nov 06, 2016

#R1#
Gray throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Poroshenko takes a jab right on the kisser.
Horrible takedown attempt by Poroshenko or perhaps it was just good defense by Gray, which made it look bad.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Poroshenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gabriel Gray seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Nice takedown defense from Gray. No joy for Poroshenko on that attempt.
Gray looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petro Poroshenko. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Poroshenko misses with a wild combination.
Gray throws a body kick that misses.
It looked like Poroshenko wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nice sprawl there from Gray as Poroshenko shoots in.
Gray swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gray looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Poroshenko swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Gray's jab looks to have found its range, popping Poroshenko under the eye.
Poroshenko looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Poroshenko fails with the takedown.
A punch lands to the side of Poroshenko 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gray with a nice cross.#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.#TD#
Poroshenko closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Poroshenko lands in his opponent's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gray working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Poroshenko. #T3#
Poroshenko throwing strikes from guard but Gray blocks nicely.
Gray is pulling down on Poroshenko's head. It's preventing any offense from Poroshenko, at least for the moment.
Poroshenko sitting in guard here, content to control.
Poroshenko won't allow Gray to sweep him here.
Poroshenko controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Poroshenko postures up in Gray's guard and throws a big left but Gray blocks it.
Gray looking to control.
Gray has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Gray wants to sweep here but Poroshenko controlling him for the moment. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gray utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Poroshenko postures up in Gray's guard and throws a big left but Gray blocks it.
Poroshenko is fighting to break Gray's control of his arms but Gray is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Poroshenko scoring with some ground and pound.
Poroshenko throws a big right hand that misses.
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Poroshenko lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gray has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gray tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gabriel Gray will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Gray throws a body kick that misses.
Poroshenko shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gray shapes to counter with a head kick.
Gray throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from Gray.
Poroshenko throws a big counter combination but Gray scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A bone on bone clash there as Poroshenko blocks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid body kick from Gray.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gray.
Poroshenko went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Gray scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Poroshenko moves forwards but Gray connects with a nice, crisp jab.
The crowd cheers as Gray lands an impressive looking overhand right. Poroshenko doesn't seem phased though.
Poroshenko takes one to the side of the head.
Gray looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Gray is looking to regain half guard here but Poroshenko keeps moving and retains side control.
Gray tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Gray is looking to improve his position but Poroshenko isn't that keen on the idea.
Petro Poroshenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Gray tries to hold on but Poroshenko pushes him away.
Gray is looking to improve his position but Poroshenko isn't that keen on the idea.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poroshenko lands a big shot there that rocks Gray but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Poroshenko has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Poroshenko landing strikes, looking to finish!
Gray keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Poroshenko lands a big shot there that rocks Gray but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #ROC#
Gray is rocked!
Gray is working to get back to half guard.
Poroshenko with the ground and pound from mount.
Gray is still in real trouble! Can Poroshenko finish him?
Poroshenko loads up with a big shot that hurts Gray! He's pulled Poroshenko in close but Poroshenko has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Gray survive? More strikes from Poroshenko and Gray is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Petro Poroshenko!
Petro Poroshenko is the new heavyweight champion!

Event: PFC 56
Date: Oct 13, 2016

#R1#
Rahman misses the body punch #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a single leg into guard. Rahman didn't expect that.
Poroshenko stops Rahman from standing up.
Poroshenko throws a strike but Rahman rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Rahman won't allow Poroshenko to get back to his feet.
Poroshenko has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Poroshenko is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Russian Top Team Elite Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Rahman wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko wants to stand and escape but Rahman is having none of it.
Poroshenko controls Rahman momentarily but Rahman frees himself.
Rahman wants to control from the top but Poroshenko keeps moving. #T1##ES#
Poroshenko pushes Rahman off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rahman. Poroshenko does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Poroshenko throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Rahman was covering up waiting for the punch and Poroshenko finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Poroshenko stopping the sweep attempt from Rahman.
Rahman utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rahman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Poroshenko's guard. #REVB#
Rahman prevents Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
I've been told that Rahman has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.#T2#
Poroshenko looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Rahman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Poroshenko bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rahman's guard. #REVR#
Rahman has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Rahman looking for a sweep. Not yet Rahman, not yet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rahman avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rahman is on top in guard. #REVB#
Rahman's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
Poroshenko tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko wants to stand up but Rahman is controlling him.
Rahman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Rahman's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Rahman trying to control but Poroshenko is working from the bottom.
Rahman postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rahman stops Poroshenko from standing up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Poroshenko wants to sweep but no luck. #ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Poroshenko manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Rahman is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rahman looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Rahman throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #TD#
Poroshenko lands a takedown into guard.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Poroshenko stopping the sweep attempt from Rahman.
Poroshenko throws an elbow that misses. Rahman uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Poroshenko's guard. Nice move by Rahman!#REVB#
Rahman prevents Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
Poroshenko wants to sweep but no luck.
Rahman slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
More stalling from Rahman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Petro Poroshenko will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Rahman misses with a looping right.
Poroshenko feinted with a counter takedown.
A chopping leg kick lands by Rahman.
Rahman misses with a head kick.
Rahman turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Poroshenko fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rahman avoids it really well and circles away.
Rahman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Poroshenko paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rahman moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rahman misses with a wild body shot.
Poroshenko shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rahman defends it nicely.#T1#
Rahman looks for the body kick but Poroshenko saw that one coming.
Rahman misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Rahman!
Petro Poroshenko overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Rahman takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Poroshenko looks up at the clock and then as Rahman takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Poroshenko smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Rahman can't do much from the bottom here.
Poroshenko throws a strike aimed at the side of Rahman's head but Rahman avoids it well.
Poroshenko landing a few strikes.
Poroshenko working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Poroshenko in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Rahman looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Poroshenko turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Petro Poroshenko!
The defeated Mujibur Rahman had this to say: 'Nekst time mi cut you, cut you baaad!'.

Event: PFC 53
Date: Sep 28, 2016

#R1#
Frederick loads up on a big right hand but Poroshenko slips the punch.
Frederick throws a body kick that misses
letting Poroshenko counter with a right hand.
Frederick connects with a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Poroshenko shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Frederick counter with a right hand.
Frederick misses with a looping left.
As Frederick backs off Poroshenko throws a huge counter combo but Frederick manages to avoid it all.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Poroshenko has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Frederick throws a body punch but Poroshenko moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Poroshenko.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Poroshenko! But no joy.#CL2#
Poroshenko pushes Frederick up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Frederick escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Poroshenko on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Frederick throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Poroshenko blocks a head kick by Frederick. #KD#
Frederick drops Poroshenko with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Poroshenko looks back up at him and smiles so Frederick waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
No luck for Poroshenko with that takedown attempt.
Cedrick Frederick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Poroshenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Frederick.
Poroshenko is looking for the big counter here.
Frederick throws a right hand that misses
and Frederick takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Frederick gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T2#
Poroshenko sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Frederick defending well though.
Frederick is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Cutthroat, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Poroshenko is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Frederick doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Poroshenko.
Poroshenko slips a nice elbow through Frederick's hands, connecting with Frederick's forehead.
Poroshenko is nestled in close to Frederick, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Poroshenko thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Frederick's head.
Poroshenko is looking to take a break and control but Frederick is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura but Frederick is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Poroshenko to get the leverage.
Frederick is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Poroshenko is thwarting Frederick's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko winds up and cracks Frederick with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Poroshenko is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Frederick gets back to full guard.
Poroshenko makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Frederick controlling the position.
Frederick has momentary wrist control but Poroshenko slips an elbow through the middle.
Frederick controls Poroshenko momentarily but Poroshenko frees himself. #T4#
Frederick utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko preventing the sweep. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Frederick connects with a leg kick. Poroshenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Frederick misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a single leg into guard. Frederick didn't expect that.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Frederick is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Poroshenko sitting in guard here, content to control.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Frederick works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Cedrick Frederick will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Petro Poroshenko's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Frederick jabs at Poroshenko's body.
Poroshenko moves out of range of the body kick from Frederick.
A head kick misses from Frederick.
Frederick misses the body punch
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Frederick throws a poor cross that misses
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Frederick misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Poroshenko.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Poroshenko or perhaps it was just good defense by Frederick, which made it look bad.
Frederick pivots, looking for a leg kick but Poroshenko is out of range and Frederick settles back down. #T1#
Poroshenko slips under a jab.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Frederick defends it well.
Poroshenko takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Frederick lands with a slapping head kick.
Frederick throws a nice inside leg kick.
Poroshenko needs to keep his hands up - Frederick had a free shot at his head there.
Frederick tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poroshenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Frederick.
Poroshenko is trying hard to land a takedown here. Frederick sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Frederick fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jab, jab by Frederick - just one landing. #CUT#
That has opened up Petro Poroshenko's cut even more.#T2#
Poroshenko keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Frederick throws a jab but it's blocked by Poroshenko.
Frederick throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Poroshenko connects with a nice short shot to Frederick's temple.
Poroshenko throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Poroshenko landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Frederick tries to get to full guard but Poroshenko has control of the leg.
Poroshenko thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Frederick's head.
Poroshenko lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Poroshenko is working for a submission of some sort. #T3#
Frederick wants to get back to full guard.
Frederick is trying to stand back up but Poroshenko is controlling him
Poroshenko throws a strike but Frederick avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Frederick wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Frederick looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Poroshenko scoring with punches to the head and body. #CUT2#
It looks like Cedrick Frederick has been cut.
Poroshenko lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Poroshenko lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#CUT2#
Cedrick Frederick's cut is getting worse.
Poroshenko is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Frederick keeping full guard, as Poroshenko tries to pass.
Frederick controls Poroshenko momentarily but Poroshenko frees himself.
Poroshenko passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Frederick is trying to get back to half guard.
Poroshenko throws an elbow but Frederick slips to the side and avoids it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Frederick's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Poroshenko scores with a couple of short elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Cedrick Frederick will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Frederick throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Poroshenko stopping the sweep attempt from Frederick.
Frederick looking to control.
Poroshenko being controlled here momentarily.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Poroshenko has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Poroshenko scoring with punches to the head and body.
Poroshenko postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#
Jeez, Cedrick Frederick's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Cedrick Frederick's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Petro Poroshenko!

Event: PFC : Fight Night 49
Date: Aug 31, 2016

#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for MacFarlane. That snapped Poroshenko's head back. #CUT#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Poroshenko staying out of range there.
MacFarlane connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Poroshenko looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? MacFarlane is fending him off so far but Poroshenko persists. Nope, MacFarlane circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like MacFarlane was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Poroshenko.
Poroshenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from MacFarlane.
Poroshenko with the counter takedown but MacFarlane avoids it easily.
MacFarlane waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poroshenko.
MacFarlane ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poroshenko moves away.
Poroshenko is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MacFarlane throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
MacFarlane throws a leg kick but Poroshenko moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Poroshenko! But no joy.
MacFarlane throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Poroshenko is clearly trying to counter these attacks from MacFarlane with a body shot.#T1#
MacFarlane cracks Poroshenko with a good jab.
MacFarlane misses with a kick to the body.
MacFarlane misses with a looping right.
MacFarlane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MacFarlane throws a nice outside leg kick.
Poroshenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MacFarlane.
MacFarlane misses with a low kick.
MacFarlane throws a wild body kick that Poroshenko sees coming a mile off.#T2#
MacFarlane wants to slow Poroshenko down by chopping away at his legs.
Poroshenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Poroshenko avoids the head kick by MacFarlane.
MacFarlane throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Poroshenko unleashes a big counter combination but MacFarlane bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
No luck for Poroshenko with that takedown attempt.
MacFarlane throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Poroshenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in MacFarlane's guard.
Poroshenko throws a big right hand that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
MacFarlane looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Poroshenko throwing strikes but missing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
MacFarlane preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Poroshenko must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
MacFarlane is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but MacFarlane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MacFarlane has his hands on Poroshenko's head, controlling the position.
We've been hearing good reports from MacFarlane's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Poroshenko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Poroshenko is looking to stand up but MacFarlane won't let him. #SUB#
MacFarlane is looking for a triangle but Poroshenko pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Poroshenko has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing MacFarlane to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Poroshenko is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - MacFarlane pulls down on the head and he's put Poroshenko to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Rian MacFarlane!
Rian MacFarlane is the new heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Rian MacFarlane started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: PFC 46
Date: Aug 10, 2016

#R1#
Tupu darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Tupu tries a head kick but it misses.
Poroshenko throws out a counter right but Tupu avoids it with no problem.
Tupu throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Tupu is looking for a sweep.
Poroshenko working the ground and pound.
Tupu is looking for a sweep.
Poroshenko looks up at the clock and then as Tupu takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Poroshenko smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #CUT2#
It looks like Poto Tupu has been cut.
Tupu tries to bench press Poroshenko off him but Poroshenko keeps the position.
Tupu is working hard here to advance position.
Tupu manages to work his way to half guard, despite Poroshenko's best efforts.
Poroshenko winds up and cracks Tupu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Tupu is trying to get back to full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tupu with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T1#
Poroshenko lands with a punch from half guard.
Poroshenko frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Poroshenko lands a big elbow. #CUT2#
Poto Tupu's cut is getting worse.
Tupu really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Tupu regains half guard.
Tupu has hold of Poroshenko's hands but Poroshenko slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#CUT2#
Jeez, Poto Tupu's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Ground and pound from Poroshenko.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tupu manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Tupu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Poroshenko is aware though and is defending well.
Poroshenko wants to control from the top but Tupu keeps moving.
Poroshenko cracks Tupu with a solid left hand.
Tupu keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Poroshenko won't allow Tupu to sweep him here. #T2#
Poroshenko keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tupu's head.
Tupu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Poroshenko manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Tupu trying to control but Poroshenko is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tupu looking to pass the guard.
Tupu advances to half guard. #ES2#
Poroshenko has one foot on Tupu's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poroshenko ducks under a wild hook from Tupu.
Tupu misses with a straight left.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tupu defends it well.
Tupu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Poroshenko.
Tupu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poroshenko moves away.
Poroshenko unleashes a big counter combination but Tupu bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tupu throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into side control. Tupu won't be happy with that.
Tupu is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Poroshenko off and has taken his back!#T3##SUB#
Poroshenko is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Tupu gets his way!
Poroshenko breaks Tupu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Tupu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Poroshenko manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Poroshenko looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tupu is one step ahead there.
Poroshenko wants to stand but Tupu is controlling the position.
Poroshenko wants to sweep but no luck.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Tupu from controlling successfully.
Poroshenko is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Tupu is controlling him. #T4#
Tupu advances position into side control!#SUB#
Tupu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tupu trying to control the action but Poroshenko is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Tupu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Tupu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Petro Poroshenko will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Poroshenko takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Poroshenko slips a straight right by Tupu.
Poroshenko lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tupu lands a jab-cross combination.
Tupu throws a right hand that Poroshenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Poroshenko also avoids with ease.
Poroshenko is looking for the big counter here.
Tupu throws a head kick that misses.
Tupu is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Poroshenko's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Tupu throws a body punch but Poroshenko moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupu misses with a wild combination.
Poroshenko with the counter takedown but Tupu avoids it easily.
Tupu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poroshenko.
Tupu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poroshenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Tupu.
Poroshenko looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Tupu throws a jab when Poroshenko was well out of range.
Poroshenko tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tupu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Poroshenko was well out of range. Poor timing from Tupu.
Poroshenko wants to counter the offense by Tupu and move into the clinch position.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Poroshenko is defended easily by Tupu.
Tupu misses with a straight left.
Tupu throws a head kick but Poroshenko moves out of range.
Poroshenko with the counter takedown but Tupu avoids it easily.
Tupu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Poroshenko wants to counter the offense by Tupu and move into the clinch position.
Tupu throws a right hand that Poroshenko ducks under and follows up with a left that Poroshenko also avoids with ease.
Tupu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Poroshenko moves away.
Tupu throws a series of punches but Poroshenko avoids them all with ease.
Poroshenko shoots in but no luck this time.
Tupu misses with a looping right.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Tupu defends it well.#T2#
Tupu throws a sloppy head kick
and Poroshenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Poroshenko.
Poto Tupu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petro Poroshenko.
Tupu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Poroshenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tupu throws a lazy right hand but Poroshenko sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A shot to the body from Tupu misses #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Poroshenko.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tupu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Poroshenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Poroshenko, not yet.
Tupu controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tupu stopping the sweep attempt from Poroshenko.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Tupu from controlling successfully. #T3#
Tupu prevents Poroshenko from getting back to his feet.
Petro Poroshenko has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tupu wants to pass the guard but Poroshenko is keeping the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Poroshenko holds on and takes a little breather.
Poroshenko keeping moving, preventing Tupu from controlling successfully.
Tupu is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Poroshenko is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Tupu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Poroshenko is keeping the position for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tupu stops Poroshenko from standing up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Poroshenko looking for a sweep. Not yet Poroshenko, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tupu misses with a lunging right hand
and Poroshenko counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tupu keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tupu enables Poroshenko to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tupu manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Tupu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Poroshenko is one step ahead there.
Poroshenko pushing down on Tupu's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Poroshenko lands a nice short elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Poto Tupu dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Poroshenko uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tupu.
As Tupu backs off Poroshenko throws a huge counter combo but Tupu manages to avoid it all.
Tupu misses with a hook. Poroshenko ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Poroshenko was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tupu connects with a crisp jab.
Tupu looks to land a left hand but Poroshenko moved out of range nicely.
Tupu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tupu throws a right hand that misses
and Poroshenko counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Tupu throws a body shot but no joy.
Tupu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Poroshenko looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tupu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Poroshenko counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tupu looks to throw the jab but Poroshenko is out of range.
Poroshenko is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Poroshenko uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tupu.
Poroshenko throws out a counter right but Tupu avoids it with no problem.
Tupu thows a left - swing and a miss!
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Poroshenko! But no joy.
Tupu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Poto Tupu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Tupu scores with a body shot.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tupu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Poroshenko manages to avoid it.
Tupu connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice defenses there by Poroshenko.
Tupu looks to land a left hand but Poroshenko moved out of range nicely.
Tupu misses with a combination #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Poroshenko scoring with strikes to the body and head.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Poto Tupu's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Petro Poroshenko!

Event: PFC 40: Sigurdsson vs. Evans
Date: Jun 04, 2016

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Poroshenko is defended easily by Ferdum.
Ferdum getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT2#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferdum misses with a hook #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control.
Poroshenko working the body and head with strikes.
Poroshenko wants to control but Ferdum is keeping him busy.
Poroshenko is working Ferdum over with some ground and pound from side control. #T1#
Ferdum is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ferdum tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Poroshenko avoids the attempt from Ferdum to control.
Poroshenko pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Ferdum has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ferdum is wriggling around trying to escape.
Poroshenko cracks Ferdum with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Petro Poroshenko!

Event: PFC: Fight Night 42
Date: May 25, 2016

#R1#
Gray throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Gray utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Poroshenko has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Poroshenko postures up in Gray's guard and throws a big left but Gray blocks it.
Poroshenko landing some decent shots from guard.
Poroshenko distracts Gray with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Poroshenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gray works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gray has Poroshenko pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Poroshenko scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gray has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Poroshenko throws a big elbow that misses.
Gray working a defensive guard here.
Poroshenko controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gray not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Poroshenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gray has Poroshenko pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Poroshenko throwing strikes but missing.
Gray controls Poroshenko momentarily but Poroshenko frees himself. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gray throws a head kick but Poroshenko moves out of range.
Poroshenko shoots in looking for a takedown but Gray manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Poroshenko's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Gray throws a leg kick but Poroshenko checks it.
Poroshenko seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Gray throws a body kick that misses.
Poroshenko moves out of range as Gray throws a body kick.
It looked like Poroshenko was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Gray sizes up Poroshenko with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Gray connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Gray jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Gray scores with a decent looking hook.
Gray is looking to land body kicks.
Poroshenko changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gray fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Poroshenko checks it well.
A low kick from Gray misses
letting Poroshenko counter with a right hand.
Gray throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Poroshenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gray's guard.
Poroshenko looking to pass the guard.
Gray is trying to control the position but Poroshenko postures up.
Poroshenko is looking to work some ground and pound but Gray has wrist control.
Poroshenko working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Poroshenko trying to control but Gray is working from the bottom.
Poroshenko working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gray's head.#T4#
Gray trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Gray wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Poroshenko is now in half guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Poroshenko missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Poroshenko working over Gray with some ground and pound. Gray looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gray is looking to improve his position.
Gray blocking the ground and pound attempt from Poroshenko.
Poroshenko trying to control from Gray's half guard. Gray has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko throwing strikes from guard but Gray blocks nicely.
Poroshenko is in close to Gray's body, working some short punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petro Poroshenko dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Gray lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Poroshenko blocks a low kick nicely.
Poroshenko went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Poroshenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Poroshenko stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gray.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Gray.
Gray tries to land a front kick but Poroshenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Poroshenko feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Poroshenko keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poroshenko avoids a kick to the body.
Poroshenko tries to counter with a takedown but Gray is quick to defend against it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gray misses with a left hand #TD#
and Poroshenko decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gray's guard.
Poroshenko works over Gray with some ground and pound from guard.
Gray utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've been informed that Gray has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T1#
Gray avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Poroshenko throwing strikes but missing.
Gray is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Poroshenko landing with the ground and pound.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Gray is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Poroshenko connects with a couple of short punches.#ROC#
Gray is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Gabriel Gray has been cut.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Poroshenko slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Gray is still in real trouble! Can Poroshenko finish him?
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Gray keeping full guard, as Poroshenko tries to pass.
Gray utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gray seems to have recovered his senses.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko postures up.
Gray has a closed guard, preventing Poroshenko from standing up.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Gray is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T3#
Poroshenko keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gray's head.
Gray can't keep his opponent in guard - Poroshenko advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Poroshenko thows a huge punch but Gray dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Poroshenko is looking for a kimura but Gray is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Poroshenko to get the leverage.
Gray manages to get to full guard.
Poroshenko working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Gray's head.
Poroshenko lands a couple of elbows.
Gray is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Poroshenko scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T4#
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Poroshenko throws a big right hand that misses.
Poroshenko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gray pulls Poroshenko in close to prevent any damage.
Poroshenko postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Poroshenko is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gray can do to turn this around?
Poroshenko loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Poroshenko keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Gray's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Poroshenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Poroshenko throws a big right hand that misses.
Poroshenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Petro Poroshenko dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gabriel Gray's cut.
That's time! Poroshenko's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Gray pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Poroshenko is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Gray is looking to land body kicks.
Poroshenko tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Gray leaves Poroshenko with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL2#
Gray clinches up with Poroshenko and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Poroshenko tightens his grip and picks Gray up, before dumping him to the ground. Gray manages to land in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko working some strikes from top position.
Gray working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Poroshenko drops back looking for a leg! Gray is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Gray manages to kick Poroshenko off! Poroshenko jumps back into Gray's guard. #T1#
Poroshenko working some strikes from top position.
Poroshenko working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Gray working a defensive guard here.
Poroshenko wants to control from the top but Gray keeps moving.
Poroshenko throwing strikes but missing.
Poroshenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Poroshenko landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Poroshenko with a flurry of punches that miss.
Gray trying to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Poroshenko trying to control the position from guard on top but Gray is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Poroshenko throws a big elbow that misses.
Gray utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gray pulls Poroshenko in close to prevent any damage.
Gray trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Gray swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T3#
Gray tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Poroshenko went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A bone on bone clash there as Poroshenko blocks the leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Poroshenko misses the target.
Poroshenko takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Gray connects with a right hand. Poroshenko shakes it off.
Gray tries to land a front kick but Poroshenko steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gray looks to score with a jab to the body but Poroshenko is just out of range.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Gray has Poroshenko up against the cage in a clinch.
Poroshenko drops down looking for an ankle pick but Gray pulls his leg out and moves away.
Gray misses with a hook
and Poroshenko counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Gray lands a nice leg kick that just misses Poroshenko's sensitive parts. #T4#
Gray looks to land a body kick but Poroshenko moved away.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a big counter.
Poroshenko checks a low kick from Gray.
Poroshenko is looking for a counter combo.
Gray throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Poroshenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Poroshenko appears to be looking for a big counter.
Gray looks to throw the jab but Poroshenko is out of range.
Poroshenko swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gray feints and then cracks Poroshenko's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Poroshenko down.
Gray with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
An inside leg kick from Gray misses.
Poroshenko was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Petro Poroshenko is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Gray does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gray connects with a leg kick. Poroshenko looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A chopping leg kick lands by Gray.
Gabriel Gray has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gray throws a leg kick #TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Gray!

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gabriel Gray.
I think Poroshenko has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Petro Poroshenko!

Event: PFC 35: McCarty vs. Skif
Date: Apr 30, 2016

#R1#
Skrumbellos throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Poroshenko counters with a single leg into guard. Skrumbellos didn't expect that.
Poroshenko is standing up over Skrumbellos . Skrumbellos looks to escape but Poroshenko dives into side control. #REVB#
Poroshenko trying to control the position but Skrumbellos is working away.
Skrumbellos is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Sloppy strikes there by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko in side control, throwing shots but Skrumbellos defends.
Poroshenko looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Skrumbellos is avoiding damage well.
Skrumbellos is trying to get back to his feet.
Skrumbellos dodges the ground and pound from Poroshenko.#T1#
Skrumbellos is trying to buck Poroshenko off.
Poroshenko tries to score with some ground and pound. Skrumbellos controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Poroshenko is putting a hurting on Skrumbellos here, landing some big shots from side control. #CUT#
It looks like Devin Skrumbellos has been cut.
Skrumbellos avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Poroshenko.
Poroshenko looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Skrumbellos is avoiding damage well.
Skrumbellos managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Poroshenko working the ground and pound.#CUT#
That has opened up Devin Skrumbellos 's cut even more.
Poroshenko lands some shots froms side control.#CUT#
The cut above Devin Skrumbellos 's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Devin Skrumbellos 's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Petro Poroshenko!

Event: PFC 32: Parker vs. Vontavious
Date: Mar 26, 2016

#R1#
Jackman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jackman looks to throw the jab but Poroshenko is out of range.
Poroshenko uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jackman.
Jackman misses with a few strikes there.
Poroshenko walks into a jab.#CL#
Jackman moves into the clinch successfully.
A short left from Jackman.
Jackman is working Poroshenko over against the cage.
Poroshenko changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Jackman fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Jackman scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko checks a leg kick nicely.
Poroshenko throws out a counter right but Jackman avoids it with no problem.
Jackman connects with a solid leg kick.
Poroshenko takes a jab right on the kisser. #CUT#
It looks like Petro Poroshenko has been cut.#T1#
Jackman takes a swing at Poroshenko's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Poroshenko! But no joy.
Jackman feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Poroshenko's calf.
Jackman connects with an inside leg kick.
Jab from Jackman.
Jackman dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jackman misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Poroshenko counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Poroshenko.
Jackman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Poroshenko pushes Jackman off looking to stand but Jackman dives back in and keeps control.
Poroshenko tries to get to full guard but Jackman has control of the leg.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Poroshenko wants to get back to his feet.
Jackman seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2#
Jackman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Poroshenko is looking to escape.
Poroshenko avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jackman.
Jackman controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Poroshenko controlling the position for now.#ES2#
Poroshenko has one foot on Jackman's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Jackman throws a hook to the side of Poroshenko's head but Poroshenko sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mauler Jackman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Jab, jab by Jackman - just one landing.
Jackman misses with a straight left.
A jab from Jackman misses.
Poroshenko is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Poroshenko shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Jackman manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Jackman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jackman has his hands on Poroshenko's head, controlling the position.
Poroshenko is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #CUT2#
It looks like Mauler Jackman has been cut.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Poroshenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Jackman holds on and takes a little breather.
Poroshenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Jackman wants to stand and escape but Poroshenko is having none of it.
Poroshenko with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#CUT2#
Mauler Jackman's cut is getting worse.
Poroshenko is fighting to break Jackman's control of his arms but Jackman is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Jackman preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Poroshenko throws a big elbow that misses.
Jackman keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Poroshenko must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Jackman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jackman keeping moving, preventing Poroshenko from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#CL#
Jackman closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Jackman throws a punch but it's blocked by Poroshenko.
Poroshenko goes for a takedown attempt but Jackman pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mauler Jackman dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Jackman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Jackman throws a leg kick but Poroshenko moved away.
Jackman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Poroshenko.
Petro Poroshenko is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Jackman scores with a body shot. #CL#
Jackman moves into range and clinches up with Poroshenko.
Poroshenko is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Jackman gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Poroshenko has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Jackman avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Jackman lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Poroshenko as Jackman tries to tie him up.
Jackman lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Poroshenko backwards.
Jackman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Poroshenko can do to turn this around?
Jackman lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poroshenko is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Jackman is defending well.
Mauler Jackman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petro Poroshenko.
Poroshenko drops down looking for an ankle pick but Jackman pulls his leg out and moves away.
Poroshenko takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #T1#
Poroshenko checks a leg kick.
Poroshenko drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Jackman defends it well.
Jackman cracks Poroshenko with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
An inside leg kick lands from Jackman.
Jackman throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Poroshenko sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jackman.#CUT#
That has opened up Petro Poroshenko's cut even more.
Jackman is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Jackman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jackman throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jackman. Poroshenko does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jackman throws an overhand right that drops Poroshenko like a sack of potatoes! Jackman dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mauler Jackman!
A victorious Mauler Jackman thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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