The legendary boxer has died aged just 46
Ricky Hatton celebrates beating Kostya Tszyu during the IBF light welterweight title fight at the MEN Arena(Image: John Gichigi/Getty Images)
The death of Ricky Hatton is not believed to be suspicious, police have said following the discovery of a body at the boxer’s home in Greater Manchester.
The discovery was made by a member of the public, who called police to Bowlacre Road, Tameside at around 6.45am on Sunday, September 14.
Greater Manchester Police has released a statement confirming a body was found at the address.
The Manchester Evening News reports the body of a 46-year-old man is that of Ricky Hatton, who had planned to return to boxing with a fight planned for this December.
A GMP spokesperson said: “Officers were called by a member of the public to attend Bowlacre Road, Hyde, Tameside, at 6.45am today where they found the body of a 46-year-old man.
“There are not currently believed to be any suspicious circumstances.”
A police cordon was in place at his residence on Sunday morning but has since been removed.
The news comes months after the legendary boxer announced his comeback to the ring.
Mr Hatton, who would have celebrated his 47th birthday in October, had been candid about his battles with mental health issues and drug addiction.
He had survived suicide attempts and reconciled with his family after addressing his own mental health.
Mr Hatton won multiple world championships and IK titles and honoured as Fighter of the Year in 2015.