England’s Ricky Hatton has taken the British boxing world by storm once again as he announced a shock comeback to the professional fight game. Rumors quietly circulated for several weeks before today’s announcement, where ‘Hitman’ Hatton spoke of his will to “redeem” himself.
The former WBA welterweight champion’s last outing three years ago ended in devastating fashion when Manny Pacquiao scored a crushing KO in the second round. Ricky Hatton will fight as a 34-year-old on November 24th. The fight takes place in his hometown at the MEN Arena; it will be his first fight there since his dazzling victory against Kostya Tszyu. Here, we'll take a look at the top potential opponents for him to face.
4 Fighters for Hatton to Fight
Amir Khan has been quick to talk up a bout since the announcement of Hatton’s comeback. This fight would generate a mass of interest and surely sell tickets. The contrast of styles could make for a spectacle. But before this fight is possible surely the Ma...
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