September 15, 2025

The boxing world was stunned when Campbell Hatton, son of legendary British boxer Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton, announced his retirement early this year. Campbell was just 24 years old! This heartbreaking news came just months before the tragic death of his father Ricky, who was found dead at his home in Greater Manchester on a Sunday morning. The police said there was no foul play involved. Campbell had named Ricky as his coach in March 2025, hoping to follow in his father’s huge footsteps. Ricky Hatton, one of Britain’s all-time great fighters, won six world titles in three weight classes. He was about to turn 47 next month. He leaves behind three children, including Campbell, who once looked like a boxing star in the making. Who is Campbell Hatton? According to reports from Express UK, Campbell turned pro in 2021 and quickly caught attention with his fierce, aggressive style just like his dad. He scored his first knockout win against Attila Csereklye the same year. By 2023, he had an impressive undefeated streak of 14 wins! But 2024 was rough. Campbell suffered two back-to-back losses to James Flint — both decided by points. Though he showed huge heart, it was a tough blow for this young fighter. How did personal struggles affect Campbell? Sky News revealed that in March 2025, Campbell’s father became his trainer, but only four months later, retirement was confirmed. Ricky said his son was facing hard battles both inside and outside the ring. "Sadly, he also lost one of his best friends, Justin, who passed away at 27 years of age," Ricky shared. This loss hit Campbell hard, draining his energy for boxing. Ricky admitted, "I encouraged my son to walk away if the fire was gone." Since retiring with a 14-2 record, Campbell switched gears and now works as a solar panel installer. This career change, Ricky believed, was the right move for his son's well-being. FAQs: - Who is Campbell Hatton? The 24-year-old son of Ricky Hatton, he briefly pursued pro boxing. - Why did he retire? After tough defeats, personal grief, and loss of motivation. - What was his record? 14 wins, 2 losses. - What is he doing now? He installs solar panels. - When did Ricky Hatton die? He passed away at 46 in Greater Manchester recently. This bittersweet story shows the ups and downs of boxing life and how sometimes, the greatest fight is inside one’s own heart.

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