British boxing legend Ricky Hatton has passed away at the age of 46 at his home in Greater Manchester.
According to The Sun newspaper, Greater Manchester Police confirmed a body was found at Bowlacre Road in Gee Cross at 6:45 am, Sunday, September 14. The death is not being treated as suspicious.
Hatton had 48 fights, with 45 wins and three losses. He had fought some of the world’s best boxers, including Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao. Hatton was a former IBF, WBA, The Ring, and IBO Light-Welterweight Champion. He also held the WBA Welterweight title.
The news of Hatton’s death is devastating for the boxing community. Thoughts and prayers go out to Hatton’s Family and friends.
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