Ricky Hatton’s Biography, Nationality, Age, Properties, Weight, Height, Records, Lifestyle, and Hobbies

Ricky Hatton’s Biography, Nationality, Age, Properties, Weight, Height, Records, Lifestyle, and Hobbies

Ricky Hatton, born Richard John Hatton on October 6, 1978, is a British former professional boxer. His career spanned from 1997 to 2012, during which he achieved remarkable success in the ring.

Biography

• • Ricky Hatton hails from Stockport, Greater Manchester, England.
  • He gained immense popularity and became one of the most beloved British boxers of all time.

Professional Career:

• • Hatton held multiple world championships:
    • At light-welterweight, he won the British title in 2000 and the World Boxing Union (WBU) title in 2001.
    • He defended the WBU title successfully fifteen times from 2001 to 2004.
    • In 2005, Hatton achieved the pinnacle of his career by defeating Kostya Tszyu for the IBF, Ring, and lineal titles.
    • Later that year, he secured the WBA title (Super version) by defeating Carlos Maussa, becoming a unified light-welterweight world champion.
    • In 2006, Hatton moved up to welterweight and won the WBA title in his second weight class by defeating Luis Collazo.
    • Returning to light-welterweight in 2007, he claimed the IBF title for the second time and also won the International Boxing Organization (IBO) title.
    • However, Hatton faced his first defeat against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007 while attempting to win the WBC, Ring, and lineal welterweight titles.
    • His second defeat came in 2009, losing his IBO, Ring, and lineal light-welterweight titles to Manny Pacquiao.
    • Despite these setbacks, Hatton remained a beloved figure with a passionate fan base.

Life Beyond Boxing:

• • After a hiatus, Hatton announced his retirement in 2011 but made a comeback in 2012.
  • Unfortunately, a loss in his first match back led to his final retirement.
  • Post-retirement, Hatton transitioned into roles as a boxing promoter and also trainer.

Birthdate:

October 6, 1978

Age:

45 years old

Nationality:

British

Hometown:

Stockport, Greater Manchester, England

Properties:

Ricky Hatton owns a £2 million mansion in Gee Cross, Hyde, Manchester, England. He purchased this home in 2008 after his previous residence lacked the privacy he needed due to his fame. Despite investing nearly £1 million in security for this home, it was burglarized in 2015.

Records and Achievements:

Ricky Hatton’s boxing career was illustrious. He won multiple titles, including the British light-welterweight title, the World Boxing Union (WBU) title, and the International Boxing Federation (IBF), Ring, and lineal titles. He also became a unified light-welterweight world champion by defeating Kostya Tszyu and Carlos Maussa. His career also included victories and defeats against notable opponents like Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao.

Weight Transformation and Lifestyle

• Ricky Hatton faced weight struggles but underwent an incredible transformation.
• Eight months ago, he weighed 15st 4lbs (massively obese).
• Through strict diet and also training, he lost four stone and now weighs 11st 6lbs.
• His comeback exhibition fight against Marco Antonio Barrera aims to inspire others struggling with weight and mental health.

Hobbies and Nicknames

Ricky Hatton’s journey extends beyond the ring. He has transitioned into a role as a boxing promoter and trainer. Despite facing personal challenges, he remains an inspiration to many. His recent exhibition fight with Marco Antonio Barrera serves as a testament to his determination and also ability to inspire others. Hatton’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and the pursuit of goals, both inside and outside the boxing arena.

• Nicknames: The Hitman, The Manchester Mexican, The Pride of Hyde, and Fatton.
• Hatton is a Christian by faith.