Ricky Hatton World Champion Record and Titles
Ricky Hatton held the IBF light welterweight world championship from 2005 to 2006 and won The Ring magazine light welterweight title in 2006. He later captured the IBO light middleweight title in 2011, adding a secondary world belt to his record. His professional record stands at 45 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw, with 32 wins by knockout, according to BoxRec. Hatton was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2024, cementing his legacy as a two division world champion. BoxRec profile
Hatton's most notable world title wins came against Kostya Tszyu in 2005 and Paulie Malignaggi in 2008. The Tszyu victory earned him the IBF strap and elevated him to pound for pound rankings. He lost the IBF title to Antonio Margarito in 2008 and later lost to Manny Pacquiao in 2009. His final world title challenge was a loss to WBA welterweight champion Keith Thurman in 2017. Forbes boxing economics
Ricky Hatton Career Earnings and Business Ventures
Hatton's career earnings are estimated at over $40 million in disclosed purse splits across major promotions. His highest disclosed purse came from the 2007 fight against Floyd Mayweather Jr., reported at $7 million by the Nevada State Athletic Commission. Post retirement, he founded Hatton Promotions, a boxing promotion company based in Manchester, United Kingdom. SEC filings
Hatton also built a portfolio of hospitality and property businesses in the United Kingdom. His Rixos Ricky Hatton hotel and resort in Antalya, Turkey, operates under the Rixos Hotels brand. He has served as a boxing analyst for Sky Sports and Matchroom Boxing, earning additional income through media roles. Forbes
Ricky Hatton Legacy and Current Status
Hatton is ranked among the top British boxers of the 21st century by BoxRec and The Ring magazine. He is recognized for his aggressive fighting style, high work rate, and notable victories over Mayweather, Tszyu, and Malignaggi. His career is frequently cited in discussions of pound for pound greats from the United Kingdom. BoxRec
Hatton currently focuses on mentoring young fighters through Hatton Promotions and hosting boxing events in the United Kingdom. He remains active in charitable work through the Ricky Hatton Foundation, supporting youth sports and community projects. His record as a two division world champion is a key reference point for current light welterweight and welterweight contenders.