Ricky Hatton, the former British world champion and a boxing icon, has been found dead at his home in Greater Manchester. He was 46 years old.
Police Confirmation
On Sunday morning, Greater Manchester Police confirmed that a body had been found at Hatton’s address on Bowlacre Road, Gee Cross, stating that the death is not being treated as suspicious.
A GMP spokesperson said:
“We can confirm that we found a body at an address on Bowlacre Road, Gee Cross, at 6:45 a.m. today, Sunday, September 14. The death is not being treated as suspicious.”
A police cordon has been placed around his home in Hyde, according to Manchester Evening News reports.
Career and Planned Comeback
Ricky Hatton was a former two-weight British world champion and a beloved figure in the boxing world. He was known for his aggressive fighting style and the immense heart he showed in the ring.
Hatton was scheduled to make a comeback in December, 13 years after his last professional fight. The return was highly anticipated by fans and the boxing community, making the news of his death even more shocking.
Reactions from the Boxing World
The news has shaken both the British and international sports communities. Many colleagues and former boxers have begun expressing their condolences and respect for Hatton, remembering his contribution to the sport and the unforgettable moments he gave to boxing fans.
Ricky Hatton’s death leaves behind a rich legacy in boxing—one that will continue to inspire new generations and remind fans that he was one of the greatest Britons ever to step into the ring.
