Boxing Star Ricky Hatton Lifeless at 46

Ricky Hatton — “The Hitman” — has died simply weeks after saying a shock return to the ring.

Better Manchester Police confirmed the legendary fighter was discovered useless at his house in England early Sunday morning, including his dying just isn’t being handled as suspicious.

Tributes flooded in for Hatton, considered one of Britain’s most beloved boxing icons. Former champ Amir Khan wrote, “At this time we misplaced not solely considered one of Britain’s best boxers, however a good friend, a mentor, a warrior.”

Olympic boxer Anthony Fowler shared, “Really feel sick. RIP Ricky Hatton.” Piers Morgan added: “RIP Ricky ‘The Hitman’ Hatton, 46. Discovered useless at his house in Manchester … what extremely unhappy information.”

Hatton, who earned an MBE, captured world titles in two weight lessons and have become a fan favourite for his relentless type within the ring. Since retiring, he labored as a promoter and coach and even appeared on “Dancing on Ice” final 12 months.

He famously had Noel and Liam Gallagher from British rock band Oasis stroll him into the ring in 2008 and later attended their reunion reveals.

Ricky was 46.