Former boxer Ricky Hatton, 46, was buried in Manchester on Oct. 10, 2025, after dying at home; thousands honored him in a funeral procession.

Former world champion boxer Ricky Hatton, known as the "Hitman," was laid to rest on October 10, 2025, in Manchester following a funeral procession from his home in Hyde to Manchester Cathedral and on to the Etihad Stadium. The 46-year-old, who died at home on September 14 with no suspicious circumstances, was a celebrated Manchester City supporter and multiple-time world titleholder. Thousands lined the route, paying tribute at key landmarks including his gym and the AO Arena, where he once triumphed over Kostya Tszyu. Hatton, who had been planning a comeback fight in Dubai, was widely admired for his resilience and advocacy for mental health. A new charity, the Ricky Hatton Foundation, has been launched to support men’s mental health, continuing his legacy.