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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Cleverly world title shot delayed

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Munroe confident of WBC title win

Munroe last fought in April, stopping Mexican Victor Terrazas Leicester super-bantamweight Rendall Munroe says his size may give him the upper hand in his WBC title bout against Toshiaki Nishioka in Japan.

The 30-year-old is already in Tokyo preparing for the biggest fight of his career on Sunday 24 October.

He told BBC Radio Leicester: "I think there is a very big size difference between us.

"When I first saw him, I said to my trainer 'no disrespect to the guy but I think I'm going to eat him'."

Munroe added: "It's one of those things, sometimes, you look at certain opponents and you think these are the benefits you've got.

"He [Nishioka] is world champion, so he's good, strong and he's knocked a few lads out.

"So, I'm not going in there underestimating him or disrespecting him in any way. I'm going in there for a good 12 rounds."

Munroe last fought in April, stopping Mexican Victor Terrazas in the ninth round.

The bin-man has been training hard at his gym in Alfreton and has also been in the Algarve on a 10-day training camp ahead of the fight.

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Victor Ortiz to get another chance at title bout

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Briggs talks up WBC title hopes

Page last updated at 22:14 GMT, Monday, 11 October 2010 23:14 UK Klitschko struggles to get a word in edgeways against Briggs
Shannon Briggs says he is in the best shape of his career ahead of his 16 October fight against WBC heavyweight champion Vitali Klitschko in Hamburg.

The former WBO title-holder claims to have shed 40lbs, and tore his tee-shirt off to prove it at a news conference.

"I have never prepared so well for a bout," said the American. "When I have finished with Vitali, they can bring on Vladimir immediately."

Vladimir Klitschko holds the WBO and IBF versions of the heavyweight crown.

Briggs, 38, has a record of 51 victories, with 45 inside the distance including a record 27 stoppages in the first round, five defeats and one no-contest.

"I really feel for you, you've made a bad choice," the 38-year-old said, addressing Vitali Klitschko at their joint media event.

"You are going to meet an adversary [like] you have never met before. I can hit, box and dodge my opponent's punches."

Klitschko tried to intervene on several occasions without success and the 39-year-old Ukrainian was only able to speak after Briggs had walked out of the room.

"It is not easy to find an adversary for me or my brother. Shannon accepted immediately to fight me and I thank him for that," said Klitschko, who has held the WBC title since October 2008.

"But when I hear him say he is going to propel me into retirement, that just makes me laugh.

"I am ready and I am going to show that I deserve to wear this belt which has been worn by [Mike] Tyson, [Lennox] Lewis and Muhammad Ali.

Klitschko's overall record stands at only two defeats in 42 bouts.

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Wladimir Klitschko Considering Unknown for Title Defense

Undefeated and virtually unknown British heavyweight Derek Chisora (14-0) has reportedly been offered the December 11 title shot against IBF/WBO champ Wladimir Klitschko. Yawn. While Chisora is a relatively uninspired choice, it's not like Wladimir has a lot of better options. David Haye, Alexander Povetkin and Nicolay Valuev don't seem interested in sharing a ring with either Klitschko brother. In contrast, Evander Holyfield would be happy to fight either Klitschko any time, any place .... but no one wants to see the Real Deal take a beating. David Tua, who retains a loyal following despite not scoring a meaningful victory in over eight years, reportedly turned down the Dec. 11 date over money. What, a rematch with Monte Barrett is a better career move? And there is no interest in any more unwarranted title shots for retreads like Hasim Rahman, Samuel Peter or Shannon Briggs.

So the only semi-viable options are either Tomasz Adamek, who will likely get a well-deserved title shot next year, or a young, relative unknown. Among young, relative unknowns, Derek Chisora is as good a choice as any. At 6'1", 245 pounds, the 26-year-old Chisora would be a huge underdog ... as would any other opponent Klitschko might consider. Other young, relative unknowns that merit similar consideration include Denis Boytsov (24), Odlanier Solis (30) and Robert Helenius (26).

If nothing else, give Klitschko credit for remaining an active champ and not ducking anyone. It's not his fault the heavyweight division stinks.

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Munroe confident of WBC title win

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(Photos) Wladimir Klitschko to defend heavyweight title

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Froch-Abraham bout for WBC title

Froch's defeat against Kessler in April was the first of his careerCarl Froch's Super Six fight against Arthur Abraham in November has been confirmed as a world title bout.

The Nottingham fighter lost the WBC super-middleweight title to Mikkel Kessler in April but an injury to the Dane means the title is now vacant.

And Froch will get a chance to regain the belt in Helsinki on 27 November, with Kessler set to fight the winner.

Chris Meyer, who is part of Abraham's management company Team Sauerland, said: "We welcome the WBC's decision."

He added: "We are very happy for King Arthur. On 27 November, he will finally be world champion again."

Froch told BBC Radio Nottingham in September that the fight would be a chance for him to win back the title he lost on points to Kessler in April.

Kessler suffered an eye injury, forcing him to pull out of the Super Six tournament and also meaning the WBC title became vacant.

The WBC title had set to be contested by American duo Andre Ward - already the WBA champion - and Andre Dirrell when they meet on the same night as Froch and Abraham.

But after an appeal from Abraham's management company Team Sauerland, it will now be the European fighters who contest it.

The bouts between Froch and Abraham and Ward and Dirrell serve as the semi-finals of the Super Six.

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