September 19, 2007; New York, NY, USA; World junior welterweight champion Ricky Hatton at the press conference announcing his bout against world welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. The fight will take place on December 8, 2007 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports

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Ricky Hatton Funeral Details – Family Shares Information On His Upcoming Funeral Service

The boxing world continues to mourn the loss of one of Britain’s most beloved fighters. Ricky Hatton had an impact on the sport that extended far beyond his impressive record in the ring. He brought thousands of fans across the Atlantic to support him in Las Vegas. His down to earth personality made him a genuine people’s champion.

The news of his passing on September 14, 2025, sent shockwaves through the entire sporting community. Now, his family has shared details about his funeral, allowing fans to pay their final respects to a true boxing legend.

The 46-year-old former world welterweight champion was found dead at his home in Hyde. Greater Manchester Police confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. Hatton had been open about his mental health struggles throughout his retirement. His willingness to discuss these challenges publicly helped countless others facing similar battles. The outpouring of tributes from across the sporting world demonstrated just how deeply he touched people’s lives.

Ricky Hatton Funeral Service Details Announced

The funeral service will take place on Friday, October 10, at Manchester Cathedral. The service begins at 12 noon, just four days after what would have been Hatton’s 47th birthday. Entry to the cathedral service is by invitation only due to space limitations. However, funeral directors Frank Massey and Son Ltd have confirmed that members of the public will have an opportunity to pay their respects. The funeral procession will make its way to the cathedral, and a route will be published soon to allow fans to line the streets.

Blues & Reds standing side by side for this on the 10th October let’s show the world what Manchester is all about. Manchester will be gridlocked for this when the City says goodbye to Manchester sporting royalty.. RIP Ricky Hatton 🥊 🥊 pic.twitter.com/3DPYPHClgL
— Lee from Manchester (@leehath1968) September 27, 2025

Manchester Cathedral serves as a fitting location for the service. The historic venue stands in the heart of the city where Hatton won his IBF world welterweight title in June 2005. That victory over Kostya Tszyu launched him into superstardom and made him a household name. His connection to Manchester and the North West remained strong throughout his life. The city embraced him as one of their own, and he never forgot his roots despite achieving international fame.

A Family’s Heartbreak And Gratitude

Hatton’s family released a statement revealing that he was in a good place before his death. They described being distraught at the recent events and expressed shock at the loss. According to the family, Hatton (45-3) was excited for the future and had plans that he looked forward to. His bag was packed for a trip to Dubai to promote a comeback fight scheduled for December 2. He planned a celebration in Dubai where his daughters Millie and Fearne would be present. He wanted them to see him fight in person for the first time.

The family statement emphasized that Hatton was not alone in life during his final days. He was a doting grandfather who loved spending time with his grandchildren. These details paint a picture of a man looking ahead, not someone consumed by darkness.

The family found comfort in the massive outpouring of grief and love from around the world. They acknowledged that this response shows how much Ricky Hatton was loved globally. His legacy extends beyond his 45 victories in 48 professional fights across a 15-year career. He fought the biggest names in boxing, including Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. The October 10 service will allow the boxing community and his fans to say goodbye to a champion who remained humble despite his extraordinary success.

(Image Credit: Ed Mulholland – Imagn Images)

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