THE funeral plans for world champion boxer Ricky Hatton have been revealed.
The former world champion, 46, was tragically discovered by friend and rep Paul Speak at his home in Manchester on September 14.
His sad passing came just months before he was due to make a return to the ring with a fight against Eisa Al Dah planned in Dubai in December.
Thousands of emotional tributes poured in for the boxing legend after his tragic death.
At the request of his family the details for the world champion’s funeral have been released.
The day of mourning is planned on Friday October 10th at 12pm in Manchester Cathedral.
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According to the announcement a route for his funeral procession will be published shortly.
This is to allow anyone who wishes to pay their respects to the legend the chance to say a final goodbye.
Entry to Manchester Cathedral for the funeral will be by invitation only.
Ricky won 45 of his 48 fights throughout his stellar career and was a major advocate for boxers’ mental health, bravely sharing his own struggles after his retirement from the sport in 2012.
He is survived by his three children, Campbell Hatton, Millie Hatton, Fearne Grace Hatton.
Following his tragic passing Ricky’s family said: “We are all distraught at the events of recent days.
“To all our knowledge, despite his well-documented struggles, Richard was in a good place.
“He was excited for the future; his bag was packed ready to go to Dubai to promote a comeback fight and he was planning a celebration in Dubai which his beloved girls Millie and Fearne were to be the centre of.
“He was excited that they would see him fight for the first time in person.”
