Outlook Business Desk
Ricky Hatton, one of Britain’s most celebrated boxers, was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, on September 14, 2025, at the age of 46. Police confirmed that there was no foul play, shocking fans as he was preparing for a December comeback fight.
Ricky Hatton was born on October 6, 1978, in Stockport, England, and raised in Hyde, Manchester, in a working-class household. While he tried football like his father and grandfather, he found his real calling in boxing at a local club.
Ricky Hatton turned professional in 1997, reaching his career peak in 2005 by defeating Kostya Tszyu to win the International Boxing Federation (IBF) light-welterweight title. He later unified titles by beating Carlos Maussa and claimed the welterweight win against Luis Collazo.
Ricky Hatton went up against some of boxing’s biggest names, including Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007 and Manny Pacquiao in 2009. Despite losing these high-profile bouts, they earned him worldwide fame, wealth, and a reputation as one of Britain’s most fearless fighters.
Throughout his boxing career, Ricky Hatton earned around $65 million from fight purses and bonuses. His 2009 match against Manny Pacquiao brought in nearly $20 million, with additional income from sponsorships, promotions, and investments.
By September 2025, Ricky Hatton’s net worth was estimated at approximately $40 million. His wealth reflected his success in boxing, along with earnings from business ventures, sponsorships, and prudent investments throughout his career.
After retiring in 2012 following his professional boxing defeat to Vyacheslav Senchenko, Ricky Hatton remained active as a trainer and promoter. He also founded Hatton Promotions, a company organising boxing events and developing young talent.
Hatton’s fearless style and dedication also inspired countless young boxers. In 2025, he announced a surprising comeback fight in Dubai against Eisa Al Dah, a rising boxing talent from the UAE, aiming to test his skills once again in the ring.