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Floyd Mayweather retired with a flawless 50-0 record, never once being defeated during his iconic career in the ring. While he was known for being quick-witted on the mic, there were still a few occasions where his opponents got one over him verbally.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / December 8

Floyd Mayweather was stunned when Ricky Hatton turned press conference into a stand-up comedy show

Floyd Mayweather never tasted defeat in the ring during his legendary 50-0 boxing career. ‘The Best Ever’ was almost as good at trash-talking as he was fighting, but a few opponents got the better of him on the mic.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 16

Cause Of Death Confirm For Ricky Hatton

Manchester, England — The cause of death has been confirmed for the former two-division boxing champion Ricky “The Hitman” Hatton died by suicide, a coroner confirmed Thursday during a brief hearing in Manchester.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / October 16

Coroner: Ex-champ Ricky Hatton died by suicide

Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton died by suicide last month, according to coroner's court testimony on Thursday in England. Paul Speak, manager for the 46-year-old Hatton, said he found his client unresponsive on the morning of Sept.

Manchester City News / Total Apex Sports / October 16

Ricky Hatton’s Final Round: Boxing Legend’s Tragic End Shakes Manchester and Beyond

The boxing world got sucker-punched with devastating news that nobody saw coming. Ricky “The Hitman” Hatton, the scrappy Manchester fighter who once had crowds singing his name from Vegas to his hometown, was found dead in his Hyde home on September 14.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 14

Hatton Eyed For Nevada Boxing Hall Of Fame Honors

The late Ricky Hatton could be in line for more accolades, with suggestions he could enter the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame. Hatton, who passed away on September

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 13

Boxing’s bittersweet weekend – remembering Ricky Hatton and the sport’s cruel beauty

As footage showed Ricky Hatton’s funeral cortege rolling through Manchester on Friday, blacked out limousines shining like poured Guinness, the route was lined by Mancunians clapping and cheering, it was natural to wonder whether boxing would ever see his like again.

Boxing News / ESPN / October 10

Ricky Hatton funeral: Boxing stars pay tribute

Fellow former boxing world champions paid tribute to "people's champion" Ricky Hatton at his funeral in Manchester on Friday.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 10

Crowd chants ‘there’s only one Ricky Hatton’ as thousands of fans show up for boxing icon’s funeral

Huge crowds of people are lining the streets to celebrate the life of Ricky Hatton. The British boxing legend sadly passed away at the age of 46 on September 14.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 9

George Groves shares memories of Ricky Hatton following his passing

On September 14, 2025, the boxing world was rocked by the news of Ricky Hatton’s death. Manchester Evening News broke the devastating news that Hatton had been found dead at his home in Greater Manchester.

Ricky Hatton's son reacts to Oasis' Wembley Stadium tribute to late boxing legend

Ricky Hatton's son has reacted to Oasis' touching tribute to his late father at their Wembley Stadium concerts. The legendary boxer was a "die-hard" fan of the Britpop band and became close pals with Liam and Noel Gallagher.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 28

Ricky Hatton’s Funeral Details Confirmed

Ricky Hatton’s funeral plans have been made public, which will include a procession to allow fans to pay their final respects. The service for the former light-welterweight and welterweight champion will be held at Manchester Cathedral at midday on October 10.

Conor McGregor Credits UFC Success to Ricky Hatton in Heartfelt BKFC 81 Tribute

“Rest in Peace Ricky Hatton!” Former UFC champion Conor McGregor recently shared these heartfelt words about Ricky Hatton after the two-division boxing legend passed away earlier this month at his home in Greater Manchester, England, at the age of 46.

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Ricky Hatton’s reaction to potential Conor McGregor comeback fight was hilarious and humble

Back in 2022, Ricky Hatton was launching his latest comeback and was in the shape of his life for an exhibition bout with Marco Antonio Barrera. After ballooning in weight to over 214lb from a career where he regularly got under 140lb, he managed to get himself back to 159.5lb for his comeback.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / September 20

Ricky Hatton’s final career win almost caused post-fight row against ‘furious’ boxing star

The late Ricky Hatton enjoyed some bittersweet moments in the ring over his tenured career, likely none more so than his final victory in the squared circle.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 18

Ricky Hatton – the enduring legacy of Britain’s everyman hero

Ricky Hatton’s impact on British boxing during an illustrious 15-year career is difficult to overstate. The council estate beginnings were as important

Boxing News / NY Fights / September 15

Meeting Ricky Hatton: A Writer’s Remembrance

After an exciting, albeit one-sided, fight between two of the sport’s titans, Canelo Álvarez and Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford on Saturday night, I woke up early Sunday morning to catch the end of Naoya Inoue’s masterful performance.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / September 15

Tributes pour in following the passing of boxing legend

The sporting world is in mourning following the death of Ricky Hatton, one of Britain’s most celebrated boxing champions.

Boxing News / NY Fights / September 14

Ricky Hatton, Hall of Fame Boxer, Dies at Age 46

Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton of Manchester, England, who rose to become one of the most popular fighters in the sport, has died. He was 46.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / September 14

Ricky Hatton, British Boxing Icon and Former World Champion, Dies at 46

The boxing world is in mourning following the death of former world champion Ricky “The Hitman” Hatton, who was found dead Sunday at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester.

Boxing News / Field Level Media / September 14

Former boxing champion Ricky Hatton dies at 46

Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has died at 46, multiple European media outlets reported Sunday.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 14

Ricky Hatton found dead at home aged 46

According to Manchester Evening News, legendary British fighter Ricky Hatton has been found dead at his home in Greater Manchester. The former two-weight world champion’s body was found, with his death not being treated as suspicious, according to Greater Manchester Police.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 8

Who is Ricky Hatton? Meet the “Hitman” making his comeback to the ring after 13 years

Ricky Hatton is making a shocking comeback to the ring later this year as “The Hitman” attempts to roll back the years. 13 years after his last fight, Ricky Hatton announced his return to boxing with a fight in Dubai this December.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / July 7

Ricky Hatton’s Comeback Fight Is Set – Here’s What We Know About His Opponent

At 46 years old, it’s been over a decade since Ricky Hatton last fought professionally. That long absence made it easy to assume the former world champion had hung up the gloves for good.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 7

Ricky Hatton Is Coming Back

In a stunning comeback announcement. Former world champion and 2024 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee Ricky Hatton will end his 13-year retirement on December 2, when he faces Eisa Al Dah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Rising Star John Hedges Joins Forces With Ricky Hatton To Chase Cruiserweight Glory

By joining forces with British boxing icon Ricky Hatton, unbeaten UK cruiserweight John Hedges has taken a significant step forward in his career. The former world champion is now mentoring the 21-year-old prodigy, who goes by The Gentleman in the ring, as he attempts to advance through one of the sport's most demanding divisions.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / March 24, 2024

Campbell Hatton Suffers Setback In Hopes Of Emulating Legendary Father Ricky

Being the son of a famous fighter is never easy, particularly if the father is one of the greatest boxers his country has ever produced. That is the pressure and comparison Campbell Hatton has had to deal with throughout these early years of his career.