Dubai, September 26, 2023 — Campbell Hatton will return to the ring on April 11 in Dubai, fighting on the undercard of an event initially planned to feature his late father, Ricky Hatton. The poignant bout offers a chance to honor the boxing legend’s memory and continue the family’s legacy in the sport.
A Family Affair in Dubai
The event will see multiple members of the Hatton family compete, supporting the newly formed Ricky Hatton Foundation.
Ricky Hatton, the two-weight world champion, died at the age of 46 last September. He was previously scheduled to fight Eisa Al Dah last year, marking what would have been his first professional bout since retiring in 2012. The upcoming event in Dubai serves as a tribute to “The Hitman’s” enduring impact on the sport.
Brook Headlines in Hatton’s Honor
Former world champion Kell Brook will now headline the Dubai fight night, stating he will be competing in tribute to Ricky Hatton. Brook, 39, retired from boxing in 2022 following a victory over Amir Khan. The 47-year-old Al Dah’s participation remains somewhat uncertain, as it is unclear whether his bout will be a fully sanctioned professional fight, having not fought since 2021.
“Looking forward to getting back in the ring in memory of my dad out in Dubai,” Campbell Hatton shared on Instagram. His niece and nephew, Jack and Lola Hatton, both teenagers in the early stages of their amateur careers, will also be competing at the event.
Organisers have stated that the event will support the newly-formed Ricky Hatton Foundation and will “honour” the boxer’s memory throughout the evening. The foundation aims to continue Hatton’s legacy of supporting mental health awareness and providing opportunities for young people.
What was Ricky Hatton’s planned return to the ring?
Ricky Hatton was scheduled to fight Eisa Al Dah last year in what was billed as his first professional bout since retiring in 2012.
- Campbell Hatton will fight on the undercard of an event originally headlined by his late father, Ricky Hatton, on April 11 in Dubai.
- Kell Brook will headline the event as a tribute to Ricky Hatton.
- Ricky Hatton died at the age of 46 last September.
- The event will support the newly-formed Ricky Hatton Foundation.
- Jack and Lola Hatton, Ricky’s niece and nephew, will also compete.
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