Ricky Hatton,british Boxing Icon,Dies at 46
Hyde,Greater Manchester - Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton has died at his home in Hyde,Greater Manchester,at the age of 46. The news has sent shockwaves through the boxing world adn beyond,prompting an outpouring of grief and remembrance for the beloved fighter known as “The Hitman.”
Hatton rose too prominence as one of Britain’s most popular and successful boxers, capturing world titles and thrilling fans with his aggressive, fan-friendly style. He retired in 2012, finishing with a record of 45 wins, 24 by knockout, and 3 losses.
In the years following his retirement, Hatton bravely and publicly battled with depression and alcohol addiction, becoming a vocal advocate for mental health awareness. His openness about his struggles resonated with many and helped to destigmatize conversations around mental wellbeing.
Tragically, Hatton had recently been preparing for a comeback exhibition fight scheduled for December in Dubai, sharing videos of his training regime just days ago.
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed they responded to a call at an address on Bowlacre Road in Hyde at 6:45 am on Sunday morning, where they discovered the body of a 46-year-old man. A GMP spokesperson stated, “there are not currently believed to be any suspicious circumstances.”
Tributes have flooded in from across the boxing community. The Ring magazine expressed its deep sadness, while IFLTV described Hatton as “a legend of a man inside and outside the ring, he was truly one of a kind.”
Fellow British boxing star Amir Khan,a former world champion himself,shared a poignant message,saying Hatton was “one of Britain’s greatest boxers” and a mentor. Khan emphasized the hidden battles fighters face, stating, “As fighters, we tell ourselves we’re strong…But sometimes the hardest fight happens in silence, in the mind. Mental health isn’t weakness. It’s part of being human. And we must talk about it.”
Hatton leaves behind a legacy of sporting achievement and valiant vulnerability. He will
