British professional boxer, Ricky Hatton passes away at 46, leaving the boxing community in mourning.
Ricky Hatton’s passing follows his announcement to return to boxing in December 2025.
Recall that Ricky Hatton announced his return to boxing on July 7, 2025, via a livestream, revealing he would face Eisa Al Dah on December 2, 2025, in Dubai.
Details About Ricky Hatton’s Demise
According to a report from TMZ, Ricky Hatton was found dead in his apartment on Sunday, September 14, 2025, in England.
Meanwhile, the Greater Manchester Police confirmed this, and the death is being investigated as non-suspicious.
Ricky Hatton’s Family Background
Ricky Hatton was born on October 6, 1978, in Stockport, England.
His father, Ray Hatton, was born on February 4, 1932, in Lichfield, England, while his mother is Carol Hatton.
Ray Hatton is an English educator, author, and long-distance runner who set multiple American running records and was inducted into the USATF Masters Hall of Fame in 2001.
The former boxer reportedly had a fallout with his parents, Carol and Ray Hatton, over money, which led to a decade-long estrangement. However, they reconciled in 2019.
Ricky Hatton’s Boxing Achievements
Ricky Hatton’s boxing achievements include,
– IBF Junior Welterweight Champion*: Hatton won the title in 2005 by defeating Kostya Tszyu and held it until 2006.
– The Ring Junior Welterweight Champion*: He won the title in 2005 and held it until 2009.
– WBA (Super) Light Welterweight Champion*: Hatton won the title in 2005 after defeating Carlos Maussa.
– *WBA Welterweight Champion*: He won the title in 2006 by defeating Luis Collazo.
Despite his long-term relationships and being in the spotlight for his romance with Claire Sweeney and his previous engagement to Jennifer Dooley, he was never married.
Meanwhile, condolences and tributes pour in from fans and industry colleagues following his passing.