Richard John Hatton (Ricky Hatton) MBE is a former British professional boxer who competed between 1997 and 2012 and worked as a boxing promoter and trainer.
He has recently confirmed his return to the ring in an exhibition match.
Ricky Hatton’s Net Worth Details
Ricky Hatton’s net worth is estimated to be $40 million as of 2025. He is the fifteenth wealthiest boxer on this planet, as discussed on Wealthy Gorilla.
Ricky’s earnings mainly came from his successful involvement in the boxing industry. He was a professional boxer and also owned a promotional agency.
After his professional retirement, he worked as a promoter and coach with his promotional agency, Hatton Promotions.
In 2018, the renowned boxer mentioned that he could have earned more than 10 times as much from boxing in modern times.
He believes his earnings would have rocketed to more than £300 million if he had had the power of modern-day social media throughout his life.
About Ricky Hatton
| Full Name | Richard John Hatton |
| Nickname | The Hitman / The Manchester Mexican / The Pride of Hyde |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Born | 6 October 1978 |
| Debut | 11 September 1997 |
| Height | 5 ft 7 ½ in (171 cm) |
| Division | Light Welterweight / Welterweight |
| Age | 43 |
| Birthplace | Stockport, Cheshire, UK |
| Residence | Manchester, Lancashire, UK |
| Religion | Christian |
| Nationality | British |
| Net Worth | $40 million |
| Marital Status | Single |
| Father name | Ray Hatton |
| Mother name | Carol Hatton |
| Salary | $200,000 |
| Twitter Handle | @HitmanHatton |
| Instagram Handle | @rickyhitmanhatton |
Hetton was born in Stockport and raised in Hattersley. His grandfather and father played Football for Rochdale, and Hatton had a trial for the youth team at Hattersley High School.
But then he found a local boxing club in Hyde where he could train.
Amateur Career
The Brit boxer had a brief yet successful amateur career of only 1 year. He won seven British titles and represented his country at the 1996 AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships.
Unfortunately, he was eliminated in the semi-finals due to a corrupt judge’s wrong decision.
Professional Career
Hatton’s pro debut was in 1997 in the Light Welterweight division. He won the debut match by TKO in the first round against Colin McAuley.
He scored 10 constructive wins before winning the vacant Central Area Light Welterweight title.
In 2000, Hatton got the British Light-Welterweight title. The following year, he won the WBU Light Welterweight title.
From 2001 to 2004, he made a record fifteen successful defenses. In 2005, he defeated Carlos Maussa to Unify the WBA Light Welterweight titles.
Hatton switched between Light Welterweight for the next few years before losing a Welterweight bout against Vyacheslav Senchenko.
After that match, the boxer announced his final retirement. After that, Hatton started working as a promoter and trainer.
In 2017, Zhanat Zhakiyanov became the first fighter under Hatton Promotions and was trained by Hatton to become a world champion.
During his boxing career, Hatton held multiple world championships, one at light welterweight and one at welterweight.
Pound for pound, he is ranked as the 11th greatest European fighter and the 5th greatest British fighter of all time.
In 2005, The Ring magazine, The Boxing Writers Association of America, and ESPN had titled him “Fighter of the Year.”
Relationship Status
Hatton is currently single and not dating anyone. He has been in three previous relationships.
His former lovers were Chaire, Emma Bowe (2009-2010), and Jennifer Dooley (2005-2006, 2019).
The boxer shares a son, Campbell Hatton, with his former girlfriend, Claire.
FAQs
Where is Ricky Hatton from?
Hatton was born on October 6, 1978, in Stockport, Greater Manchester, England, and grew up in a council estate in Hyde.
What is Ricky Hatton’s professional boxing record?
Hatton had 48 professional fights, with 45 wins (32 by knockout), 3 losses, and 0 draws. His career spanned from 1997 to 2012.
What weight classes did Ricky Hatton compete in?
Hatton held world championships at light welterweight and welterweight. BoxRec ranks him as the 5th greatest British boxer of all time, pound-for-pound.
Who did Ricky Hatton lose to in his professional career?
In his comeback fights, Hatton lost to Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2007, Manny Pacquiao in 2009, and Vyacheslav Senchenko in 2012.
What was Ricky Hatton’s most significant win?
In 2005, Hatton won the IBF light-welterweight title with a career-defining victory over Kostya Tszyu.
Tszyu failed to answer the bell for the 12th round, giving Hatton a technical knockout win.
What is Ricky Hatton’s boxing style known for?
Hatton was an aggressive pressure fighter with a high work rate. He was known for his body punching, stamina, and ability to cut off the ring.
What is Ricky Hatton doing after retiring from boxing?
Hatton now promotes boxing with his company, Hatton Promotions. He also trains fighters and provides boxing commentary and analysis.
How tall is Ricky Hatton, and what is his reach?
Hatton is 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) tall and reaches 65 inches (165 cm).
Was Ricky Hatton awarded any honors outside of boxing?
Hatton was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the 2007 New Year Honours for services to sport.
What is Ricky Hatton’s estimated net worth in 2024?
According to multiple sources, Hatton’s net worth is estimated at around $40 million (£35 million) as of 2024, accumulated from his boxing career, promotions company, and other business ventures.
