Ricky Hatton dies aged 46: Tyson Fury, Amir Khan lead tributes to former world champion boxer

Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton has died at the age of 46.

Hatton was reportedly found at his home in Manchester, England on September 14, 2025. A police statement said: "Officers were called by a member of the public to attend Bowlacre Road, Hyde, Tameside, at 6:45 a.m. today where they found the body of a 46-year-old man.

"There are not currently believed to be any suspicious circumstances."

Described as "one of Britain's greatest boxers", Hatton won 45 of 48 professional bouts, becoming unified light-welterweight world champion in 2005 soon after a famous victory over Kostya Tszyu. He retired in 2012 but was due to fight Eisa Al Dah in Dubai on December 2 this year, having fought Marco Antonio Barrera in an exhibition bout two years ago.

Hatton also became a trainer after retirement, working with the likes of Tommy Fury, the younger brother of heavyweight star Tyson Fury. His son, Campbell Hatton, had a 16-fight pro career before retiring at the age of 24 in March 2025.

Hatton spoke of mental-health struggles during and following his career, particularly after defeats to Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.

Ricky Hatton dies aged 46

According to reports, Hatton was found dead at his home in Manchester, England on September 14, 2025. Police confirmed the body of a man had been found at that there were no apparent suspicious circumstances.

Tyson Fury leads tributes to Ricky Hatton

The world of boxing and wider sport paid tribute to Hatton and his legacy following the news.

Tyson Fury posted on Instagram to say "can't believe this" and described Hatton as a "legend".

British boxing great Amir Khan posted a lengthy tribute on his X account in which he described Hatton as "a friend, a mentor, a warrior".

— Amir Khan (@amirkingkhan) September 14, 2025

Chris Eubank Jr. posted to say "Rest in peace, Mr Hatton", and "we salute you", while promoter Frank Warren described Hatton as a "superbly talented fighter who inspired a generation of young boxers and fans in a way very few had done before".