Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton has died at the age of 45 after being found deceased in his Manchester home. Authorities confirmed his death is not under suspicion. Colleagues and peers have shared tributes following the news.

Amir Khan expressed grief over the loss, stating, “Today we lost not only one of Britain’s greatest boxers, but a friend, a mentor, a warrior, Ricky Hatton. As fighters, we tell ourselves we’re strong — we train, we sweat, we take hits, we get up. But sometimes the hardest fight happens in silence, in the mind. Mental health isn’t weakness. It’s part of being human. And we must talk about it. We must reach out. We must lean on each other.”

Manny Pacquiao also paid respects, saying, “I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Ricky Hatton. He was not only a great fighter inside the ring but also a brave and kind man in life. We shared unforgettable moments in boxing history and I will always honor the respect and sportsmanship he showed. Ricky fought bravely, not just in the ring, but in his journey through life.”

Hatton’s career spanned 15 years, during which he won 45 of 48 professional bouts. He faced top opponents like Kostya Tszyu, Floyd Mayweather Jr., and Manny Pacquiao. A lifelong Manchester City supporter, the club honored him with a “minute of appreciation” during a derby against Manchester United.

Plans for a comeback bout in Dubai in December were announced before his death. Hatton was recognized as Fighter of the Year in 2005 by multiple boxing organizations. His final professional fight occurred in November 2012, where he lost via knockout to Vyacheslav Senchenko.

Frank Warren, Hatton’s former manager, praised him as a “superbly talented fighter who inspired a generation of young boxers and fans.” He highlighted Hatton’s historic 2005 victory over Tszyu in Manchester as a defining moment in British boxing history.