Ricky Hatton
Boxing Legend Lifeless at 46
Revealed
Ricky Hatton — “The Hitman” — has died simply weeks after saying a shock return to the ring.
Better Manchester Police confirmed the legendary fighter was discovered lifeless at his house in England early Sunday morning, including his demise is just not being handled as suspicious.
Tributes flooded in for Hatton, certainly one of Britain’s most beloved boxing icons. Former champ Amir Khan wrote, “As we speak we misplaced not solely certainly one of Britain’s best boxers, however a buddy, a mentor, a warrior.”
Olympic boxer Anthony Fowler shared, “Really feel sick. RIP Ricky Hatton.” Piers Morgan added: “RIP Ricky ‘The Hitman’ Hatton, 46. Discovered lifeless at his house in Manchester … what extremely unhappy information.”
Hatton, who earned an MBE, captured world titles in two weight courses and have become a fan favourite for his relentless type within the ring. Since retiring, he labored as a promoter and coach and even appeared on “Dancing on Ice” final yr.
He famously had Noel and Liam Gallagher from British rock band Oasis stroll him into the ring in 2008 and later attended their reunion exhibits.
Ricky was 46.
RIP
