Webb makes British title defence

Webb was in control from the first round against Concepcion
British light middleweight champion Sam Webb defended his title with an 11th round knockout of Leicester's Martin Concepcion at The Troxy in London.

The swift Webb dominated the early exchanges but, sensing a points defeat, the powerful Concepcion abandoned his cautious tactics in pursuit of victory.

However, Webb's class shone through and an explosive right-hander floored his opponent, the Midlands area champion.

After the win, Webb expressed his pride at "proving his doubters wrong".

"I know a few people don't think I'm the best light middleweight in the country and I don't claim to be," added the 29-year-old Londoner.

"But I'm definitely up there with Ryan Rhodes. He's the best in the division but I'm right on his heels."

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Rees awarded British title shot

Gavin Rees has lost just one of his 34 fights since his 1998 pro debutFormer world champion Gavin Rees has been handed a British lightweight title shot against unbeaten John Watson.

Wales' former WBA light-welterweight champion will enjoy home advantage when he takes on Merseysider Watson for the vacant belt in Newport on 6 November.

The 30-year-old has slimmed down to lightweight since leaving the Calzaghe stable and joining Gary Lockett's gym.

Rees, who has lost just one of his 34 pro bouts, is eyeing title redemption after losing his world crown in 2008.

Rees is enjoying a relatively busy 2010 as this will be the first time he has fought three regular bouts in a calendar year since 2006.

The Newbridge boxer, who won the light-welterweight Prizefighter title in December, wants the British title to be the next step on his road for a world lightweight title shot.

Rees will be joined on the Newport Centre bill by fellow Welsh boxers Bradley Pryce, Jason Cook, Jeff Evans and Tony Doherty for the show on Saturday, 6 November.

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