Ricky Hatton’s son, Campbell, made the decision to retire from professional boxing earlier this year, just before the untimely passing of his father. The renowned boxer, Hatton, was discovered deceased at his residence in Greater Manchester at the age of 46, as confirmed by local authorities who stated that no foul play is suspected. Hatton’s legacy includes winning six world titles across three weight classes, solidifying his position as one of the most exceptional fighters of his era in the UK.
Approaching his 47th birthday, Hatton left behind three children, including Campbell, who had embarked on his own boxing journey. Campbell, at the age of 24, showed immense promise in the sport before abruptly ending his career. He commenced his professional debut in 2021, securing a notable knockout against Attila Csereklye. Despite a successful start with 14 consecutive victories, Campbell experienced setbacks in matches against James Flint in 2024, prompting him to take a hiatus.
In a surprising turn of events, Campbell enlisted his father as his trainer in March but soon announced his retirement from boxing shortly after. Ricky Hatton disclosed on behalf of his son that Campbell had been dealing with personal hardships, leading to his decision to step away from the sport. Expressing pride in his son’s endeavors, Ricky acknowledged Campbell’s efforts and encouraged him to pursue other opportunities, revealing that Campbell had shifted his focus to a different profession involving solar panels.
The news of Ricky Hatton’s passing has reverberated throughout the sports community, with numerous individuals expressing their condolences on various social media platforms.