GAVIN Rees returned to lightweight action with a clear points win over Abdoulaye Soukouna.

The Rock was always in control against the Frenchman and won five of the six rounds on referee Richard Davies' card.

It was Rees' first fight with Gary Lockett in his corner instead of Enzo Calzaghe.

In the main event, Audley Harrison, well behind on points, knocked out Michael Sprott in the 12th and final round to become European heavyweight champion.