Boxer in record 13 second kayo

London, Oct 19: A boxer has knocked his opponent out in 13 seconds, including the referee8217;s count of 10, to record the fastest knock-out victory in British history.

Daniel James, a 23-year-old stable lad, connected with a perfect left hook on and floored Steve Tuckett on Saturday to extend his record to 10 professional wins.

The light-welter weight said: 8220;I got off my stool and8230; just threw the punch. It hit Steve flush on the chin, he went down flat on his back and I knew at once that it was a good one.8221;