Ricky Hatton tribute

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 respectful crowd of Ricky Hatton fans, one holding a blue scarf reading “HATTON,” others with Union Jack flags and banners. A faint overlay of boxing gloves and the word “HATTON” appears in the sky above, symbolising tribute.

Ricky Hatton’s Funeral Confirmed for October 10 at Manchester Cathedral

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Ricky Hatton’s funeral has been confirmed for 10 October at Manchester Cathedral. Fans will gather outside to say their goodbyes, but for many, the true tribute lies in remembering the man he was – the fighter who carried Manchester across the world, delivered devastating body shots, and showed that ordinary blokes can achieve extraordinary things.

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A sombre feature image showing Ricky Hatton’s portrait with the headline “Ricky Hatton’s Final Days: What We Know, What We Don’t” in bold white text, alongside a disclaimer stating “At the time of writing on Monday, 22 September 2025.” The tone is reflective and respectful, fitting the blog’s theme.

Ricky Hatton’s Final Days: What We Know, What We Don’t

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It still doesn’t feel real writing these words: Ricky Hatton is gone. The news broke last week and like thousands of others I was utterly distraught. For many of us, Hatton wasn’t just a world champion — he was the people’s champion. I shared my first tribute here: Ricky Hatton – The People’s Champion, but

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A respectful tribute illustration showing a glowing blue full moon above dark rolling hills, with a subtle silhouette of a boxer standing in the foreground. The text reads “1978 – 2025” and “Thank You Ricky” in white beneath the moon.

Ricky Hatton: The People’s Champion Who Made Me Fall in Love with Boxing

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Ricky Hatton wasn’t just a fighter — he was the People’s Champion who made me, and thousands like me, fall in love with boxing. From the pub cellar beginnings to the night he rocked Kostya Tszyu, from Vegas heartbreaks to 55,000 at the City of Manchester Stadium, his story is one of grit, heart, and honesty. This is my tribute to the man who changed British boxing forever.

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