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Ricky Hatton

Ricky Hatton was an English professional boxer and later a promoter and trainer, known for winning world titles at light welterweight and welterweight.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

Ricky Hatton was an English professional boxer who won world titles at light welterweight and welterweight. He was one of Britain's most popular fighters and died in September 2025 at age 46.

What it is

Ricky Hatton (born 6 October 1978 in Stockport, England) was a professional boxer who competed from 1997 to 2012. Known for his aggressive, fan-friendly style, he amassed a record of 45 wins (32 by knockout) and 3 losses. He held world championships in two weight classes and later worked as a promoter and trainer.

Key details

Hatton's career highlights include winning the IBF light welterweight title in 2005 and the WBA welterweight title in 2006. His most famous fights were against Floyd Mayweather Jr. (2007) and Manny Pacquiao (2009), both losses by stoppage. He retired after a comeback defeat to Vyacheslav Senchenko in 2012.

Why it matters

Hatton was a major international boxing name whose fights drew global attention, including in Canada. His death in 2025 at age 46 was widely mourned. He is remembered for his everyman appeal, huge fan following, and contributions to British boxing as a fighter and later as a promoter and trainer.

In short

  • Won world titles at light welterweight and welterweight.
  • Fought Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao in high-profile bouts.
  • Professional record of 45 wins, 3 losses, 32 knockouts.
  • Died in September 2025 at age 46.
Canadian angle

Hatton was best known in Canada as a major international boxing name whose fights with Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao drew global attention.

Quick questions

Who is Ricky Hatton?
Ricky Hatton was an English professional boxer from Greater Manchester who became a world champion at light welterweight and welterweight. He later worked as a promoter and trainer.
What is Ricky Hatton's boxing record?
His professional record was 45 wins and 3 losses, with 32 wins by knockout.
Did Ricky Hatton fight Floyd Mayweather?
Yes. Hatton fought Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007 and lost by stoppage.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ricky_Hatton
    Supports: Birth name, career dates, nicknames, weight classes, and general biography.
  2. BBC News — https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvgqw6xdxe7o
    Supports: Biographical details and boxing record at the time of his death.
  3. International Boxing Hall of Fame — http://www.ibhof.com/pages/about/inductees/modern/hatton.html
    Supports: Professional record of 45-3 (32 KOs) and career summary.
  4. BBC — https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/profiles/nl2cxFl56X4JKLfY4LQCkt/ricky-hatton
    Supports: Two-weight champion status, 48-fight career, and retirement/comeback timeline.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/boxing/story/_/id/46254120/former-boxing-world-champion-ricky-hatton-dies-46
    Supports: Career record, major fights, and retirement after the Senchenko loss.
  6. Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/boxing/news/who-was-ricky-hatton-pro-record-family-career-earnings-personal-life-boxing-great-hitman/d1ff5ac7704880b6abd38d5c
    Supports: Reported estimated net worth and career earnings discussion.