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Boxing Legend Ricky Hatton Found Dead at Home

9/21/2025

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Ricky Hatton, a former world champion boxer, was found dead at his home on September 14, 2025.
Born in Stockport in 1978, he grew up in Hyde, Greater Manchester, where he developed a passion for boxing.
Turning professional in 1997, he earned the nickname 'the Hitman' for his aggressive style.
His career peaked in 2005 with a victory over Kostya Tszyu, but he lost to Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007, leading to a decline.
Hatton struggled with mental health and addiction, admitting to suicidal thoughts, and had a record of 45 wins and 3 losses at his death.

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Ricky Hatton, a former world champion boxer, was found dead at his home on September 14, 2025.
Born in Stockport in 1978, he grew up in Hyde, Greater Manchester, where he developed a passion for boxing.
Turning professional in 1997, he earned the nickname 'the Hitman' for his aggressive style.
His career peaked in 2005 with a victory over Kostya Tszyu, but he lost to Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007, leading to a decline.
Hatton struggled with mental health and addiction, admitting to suicidal thoughts, and had a record of 45 wins and 3 losses at his death.