Manchester boxing

A cinematic boxing ring under soft blue and red lights at sunset with the Dubai skyline glowing in the background, symbolising Kell Brook’s tribute comeback for Ricky Hatton.

Kell Brook’s Comeback for Hatton Tribute: Brave or Misguided?

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Kell Brook is lacing up the gloves one last time — but not in Sheffield or Manchester. The former world champion will return on 13 February 2026 in Dubai to honour Ricky Hatton, whose own comeback was scheduled for December 2025 before tragedy struck. Brook says it’s a tribute, but with his past battles with depression and addiction, some wonder if this is about paying respect or finding redemption.

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An empty boxing ring under a single blue spotlight with Manchester’s skyline faintly visible in the background, symbolising Ricky Hatton’s legacy and the loneliness behind the sport.

Ricky Hatton: A Permanent Solution to a Temporary Problem

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Ricky Hatton’s death is more than a headline — it’s a heartbreaking reminder of how invisible depression can be. As someone who’s fought that same darkness, I know how easy it is to hide behind a smile. This piece looks at the Hitman’s legacy, the fight he couldn’t win, and why it’s time for boxing — and all of us — to start talking about men’s mental health.

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A high-energy boxing illustration depicting the intense showdown between two fighters, symbolizing Gill vs. Barrett in Manchester. The fighters face off in the ring under bright arena lights, with a roaring crowd in the background, capturing the excitement, tension, and high stakes of this major boxing event."

Jordan Gill and Zelfa Barrett – Showdown in Manchester Set to Ignite the Featherweight Division

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Alright, boxing fans, gather round because we’ve got a showdown brewing that’s going to knock your socks off! We’re talking about a clash of the titans, a battle that’s been brewing for ages, and it’s finally about to go down in Manchester. Jordan Gill and Zelfa Barrett are gearing up for the fight of their

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