Gavin Rees retains title in Paris

Gavin Rees has retained his European lightweight title after he stopped Anthony Mezaache in the seventh round in Paris.

The Welshman began strongly as he caught his opponent with a fierce right jab in the opening round.

It got worse for Mezaache in the third as a clash of heads left the Frenchman with blood pouring down his face.

After being cleaned up, Mezaache was subjected to a bombardment of shots from Rees before he was knocked down in the seventh.

Despite getting to his feet to continue the fight, a number of punches from Rees forced the referee to call an end to the bout.