Boxing Legends Honor Ricky Hatton at Emotional Funeral in Manchester

Boxing Legends Pay Tribute to Ricky Hatton

In a moving ceremony held on Friday in Manchester, former world boxing champions came together to pay tribute to Ricky Hatton, known as the “people’s champion”. Sports stars and celebrities gathered to remember a local hero who, despite his fame and fortune, always remained down to earth.

He was a fantastic fighter, one of the best there has been. He inspired many boxers like us.

Amir Khan

Amir Khan, former world champion in two weight categories, expressed that Hatton will be remembered as one of the greatest British boxers. He highlighted his cheerful and respectful personality, and how he was always a champion of the people. The presence of hundreds of people in the streets demonstrated Hatton’s popularity.

In the image: Amir Khan present at the ceremony in Manchester. Also present were former world heavyweight champions Tyson Fury and Frank Bruno, as well as former world featherweight champion Barry McGuigan, who also offered their respects. McGuigan recalled how Hatton led by example from his time as an amateur to becoming a world champion, taking thousands of fans to Las Vegas for his epic battles.

It’s incredible, but it doesn’t surprise me because he was a star, an incredible human being.

Barry McGuigan

McGuigan highlighted the unity that Hatton achieved, pointing out that he was a great fighter who united people.

In the image: Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury was in Manchester to pay tribute to Ricky Hatton. Tony Bellew, former cruiserweight world champion, revealed how Hatton inspired him to climb the rankings and achieve his dream.

For someone who reached the levels of Ricky Hatton and remained a normal person, it’s incredible.

Tony Bellew

Bellew recalled his first time in the gym watching Hatton train, highlighting that after seeing him, he thought “that’s the standard”. Hatton was remembered as an incredible person and father, always fun.