Liam Gallagher Honors Ricky Hatton 17 Years After Iconic Tribute

British musician Liam Gallagher has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of renowned boxer Ricky Hatton. Gallagher’s tribute comes 17 years after he and his brother, Noel Gallagher, famously escorted Hatton into the boxing ring while he held his world title belts.

Hatton was discovered deceased at his £1.75 million mansion in Hyde, Greater Manchester, on the morning of October 15, 2023. Local law enforcement officials have stated that the circumstances surrounding his death are not being treated as suspicious.

Tributes Pour In for the Boxing Legend

Liam Gallagher took to social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to share his grief. He wrote, “Absolutely devastated to hear the news about RICKY HATTON. It was an absolute honour to know him and carry his belts. RIP CHAMP LIVE FOREVER LG x.” The heartfelt message resonated with many fans and fellow athletes, highlighting Hatton’s significant impact on the sport and his community.

Hatton’s death comes just months after he announced plans to return to the boxing ring for a fight against Eisa Al Dah in Dubai on December 2, 2023. This planned bout was set to mark his comeback following a previous attempt in 2010 against Vyacheslav Senchenko, which did not go as hoped.

A Legacy of Triumph and Challenges

During his illustrious 15-year career, Ricky Hatton earned world titles in both light-welterweight and welterweight divisions. He faced off against some of boxing’s greatest names, including Kostya Tszyu and Jose Luis Castillo. Despite facing defeats against superstars such as Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007 and Manny Pacquiao in 2009, Hatton is remembered as one of the UK’s finest fighters of his generation.

In recognition of his contributions to the sport, Hatton was awarded an MBE in 2007. Following his retirement, he transitioned into roles as a boxing promoter and trainer, continuing to influence the sport he loved.

As tributes continue to emerge from fans and fellow sports figures, it is evident that Ricky Hatton’s legacy will endure, both for his achievements in the ring and for his profound connection with the community. His spirit remains alive in the hearts of those who admired him as a champion and a person.