Who was boxing champion Ricky Hatton

Richard John Hatton, famously known to fans around the world as “The Hitman,” was one of Britain’s most celebrated boxing champions.

Born in Stockport, Greater Manchester, the fiery and fearless fighter carved out a glittering 15-year career inside the ring, winning 45 of his 48 professional bouts.

Hatton’s defining moment came in 2005 when he stunned the boxing world by defeating Kostya Tszyu to claim the IBF light welterweight title — a victory that cemented his place among the sport’s elite.

Over the years, he held multiple world and UK titles between 1997 and 2012, earning a reputation for his relentless pressure, body punching, and passionate connection with fans.

He stepped into the ring against some of boxing’s biggest names, including Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007 and Manny Pacquiao in 2009, cementing his legacy as a fighter unafraid of the toughest challenges.