Berinsfield's Simon Welch was a points winner against Onslow Lions' Martin Carey in the 60kg class at a dinner boxing show in Guildford.

Carey, who proved to be a rugged opponent, and came out with all guns blazing.

But Welch stuck to his boxing skills and hurt Carey with his more precise work. Carey produced a number of decent punches to pinch the second round.

After a talking-to in the corner, Welch upped his game in round three to take a unanimous points verdict.

Meanwhile, Welch, Michael Lobb and Ben Stewart were taking part in the regional rounds of the NABC in Bristol today.