GARY Lockett believes it will take someone special to beat Liam Williams – and it’s not going to be Gary Corcoran.

Williams defends his British and Commonwealth super-welterweight titles against Corcoran at the Ice Arena Wales in Cardiff tonight, with both men putting their unbeaten records on the line.

Cwmbran’s Lockett, who trains Williams in the Welsh capital, is confident his boxer can get the job done while impressing the home fans with a classy display.

“My ideal scenario would be for Liam to get a good few rounds under his belt before closing out in sensational style, and he certainly has the capacity to do that,” said Lockett.

“We 100% expect Gary to meet us in the centre of the ring because he can’t outbox Liam, but the minute Liam hits him clean Corcoran will back off.

“He’ll certainly not be offering his chin to Liam, as he boasts he will.

“Yes, he’s improving, but this is a step too far. Trust me, it’ll take someone very special to beat him, and that’s not Gary Corcoran I’m afraid.

“Liam’s too talented, a far better boxer who hits too hard. It’s been murder taking him on the pads and body bag when he’s wearing those Grant’s gloves. I’m very, very confident Liam stops him.”

Lockett, who also has Alex Hughes, Dale Evans and Jay Harris appearing on the undercard, added: “We’re certainly not underestimating Gary Corcoran. Clearly he’s very fit, very strong and throws a lot of leather.

“Gary trades on his toughness but tough isn’t a tactic. Besides, he’s never been in with anyone who can punch.

“Gary doesn’t look to place his shots, he just swings. He’s open to be hit and Liam Williams will make him pay for every mistake. Gary’s not fought opposition of Liam’s level, or who hit as hard as Liam.

“Liam’s blessed with everything you could want in a boxer. If someone was outfighting him, he has the technical tools to adjust and box rings around them.”