Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:38pm on 14 Sep 2025,Sunday Sports
Ricky Hatton, former world champion boxer, has died at 46. Nicknamed 'The Hitman', he won titles at light-welterweight and welterweight. Hatton’s body was found at his home in Manchester on Sunday, with no suspicious circumstances reported. He won 45 of 48 professional fights and last fought in 2012. Fans and fellow athletes, including David Beckham and Tyson Fury, paid tribute. Manchester City held a minute’s applause for him before their match against Manchester United. Hatton had announced a comeback fight in December. He was admired for his skill, heart, and courage in the ring. (PC: BBC)
