Amir Khan v Kell Brook: 'Special K' produces special performance to beat bitter rival in sixth

Kell Brook sensationally beat Amir Khan in the sixth round, with the referee stopping the contest, to settle one of the most-bitter and long-running feuds in British boxing.

A packed out Manchester Arena witnessed a demolition job from Sheffield's Brook, 35, who showcased timing and power to win in emphatic fashion.

A fight which had been in the making for over 17 years — with the two former world champions having trading words but never punches — ended with Khan and Brook embracing.

It is 35-year-old Khan's sixth defeat in 40 fights since turning professional in 2005 and the loss may well mark the end of a rollercoaster career for the Bolton fighter.

Brook now has 40 wins, with three defeats. His latest victory may well be the most satisfying of his 18-year career.

The bout may have taken place with both fighters in the twilight of their careers, but a raucous crowd of over 22,000 — which included former Oasis frontman Noel Gallagher and Manchester City's Jack Grealish — showed just how big a draw Khan and Brook still are.

Brook looked focused as he strutted to the ring to Kanye West's 'All of the Lights', his trademark entrance music almost drowned out by the boos of the crowd.

Khan — donning a white and gold robe — looked slightly more relaxed as he made his ring walk, accompanied by stablemate, former opponent and current world champion Terence Crawford.

Khan and Brook locked eyes in the final seconds before the first bell and after all the wait, there was no caution from either fighter as fans were treated to a thrilling opening round.

Khan demonstrated he still had hand speed in his arsenal with quick combinations in the opening half of the round.

But Brook continued to stalk his opponent across the ring and caught Khan