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An inquest into the death of Ricky Hatton – fresh details will be revealed a few days after the funeral of the boxing icon
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10 months agoon
An inquest into the death of British boxing legend Ricky Hatton will begin on Thursday morning, just over a month after his death at the age of 46. On September 14, the body of the former world champion was found at his residence in Hyde, Greater Manchester, which sent a wave of shock through the sports community.
His funeral then took place on Friday, with thousands of mourners gathering in the streets of Manchester and many celebrities attending the service in the cathedral. A month after the tragedy, there is narrow information available about what happened to Hatton, and the cause of his death remains undisclosed to the public.
Nevertheless, further details about his death will be released on Thursday when police – who do not suspect any criminal activity – referred the case to the coroner. The inquest is formally scheduled to open at South Manchester Coroner’s Court in Stockport on Thursday at 9am and will be held before Senior County Coroner Alison Mutch.
An inquest is opened by coroners if there are reasonable grounds to believe that a death was caused by circumstances other than natural causes. Although there is no exact legal definition of a “natural” cause of death, it is generally defined as “death caused by disease in its full course, without other confounding factors.”
The opening of an inquest is a tiny administrative hearing during which the coroner formally begins an investigation into the death. The coroner will then verify the identity of the deceased and provide a medical cause of death, if determined, and may also determine the underlying circumstances of death.
The coroner will then decide whether a full inquest is necessary and adjourn the hearing to a later date for a re-hearing or final hearing. A timetable is then established for the next stages of the investigation – including collecting statements and witness reports – as well as planning any necessary future interviews.
Hatton spoke candidly about his struggles with mental health, and his 13-year-old daughter Millie gave a devastating eulogy at his funeral in which she pleaded with him: “Why didn’t you reach out?” Speaking during a service to worshipers at Manchester Cathedral, she said: “I can’t assist but think that you will never walk me down the aisle, that you will never meet my children and grandchildren, that you will not be here to see me leave school or even see me grow up.
“Why did you feel like that? Why didn’t you tell me exactly how you felt? I really hope you never think you let me down because I would never think that. I love and miss you unconditionally.”
Paul Speak, Hatton’s friend and long-time manager, was the one who found the 46-year-old’s body at his Manchester residence when he arrived to escort him to the airport. Initially believing that the former boxing champion had simply overslept, it was only when he climbed the stairs that he discovered the tragic truth.
“The lights weren’t on, which I thought was strange,” he told Boxing News: “I thought he had overslept, but that’s not unusual. People actually overslept. So I went in – I’ve got the key – shouting, ‘Rick, Rick, wake up!’ I heard music coming from upstairs so I went upstairs… I looked him over… I had to take some time to process it.
“I was in shock, confusion, loss and many other emotions,” he added. “I then called the police and an ambulance. But I firmly believe he had no intention of doing that. It’s up to the coroner to determine that, but he had something to live for.
“He has arranged to take his daughters to the Oasis show next week. He was planning to go to Thailand for the WBC convention and holiday after his fight. He has just booked a flight to Tenerife for Christmas. I want to know the truth, otherwise people will just speculate.”
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Xander Zayas vs Jaron Ennis – Odds and Betting Guide
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1 month agoon
June 23, 2026
Jaron Ennis is the bookmakers’ main favorite to defeat Xander Zayas in their highly anticipated world title clash on Saturday in Brooklyn.
Ennis challenges Zayas for the WBO and WBA super welterweight belts at the Barclays Center live on DAZN pay-per-view.
The undefeated resident of Philadelphia enters the game as the favorite on February 11 Bet365 give the 23-year-old his first professional defeat and become world champion in two weight categories.
“Boots” has stopped 31 of his 35 opponents, including Uisma Lima in his 154-pound debut in October, and is expected to stop the Puerto Rican on 20/21.
The 28-year-old last covered this distance in 2024, and a decision victory is valued at 13/2.
Even though Zayas has taken over as unified champion, he is an underdog Bet365 at 15/04.
Man from San Juan defeated Abass Baraou by split decision will add the WBA belt to his WBO crown in January and his best chance of victory is rated at 13/2 by decision, while success in the shock break is rated at 14/1.

Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
- Xander Zayas will win the fight: 15/4
- Xander Zayas by KO/TKO/DQ: 14/1
- Xander Zayas by decision or technical decision: 13/2
- Jaron Ennis will win the fight: 11/02
- Jaron Ennis by KO/TKO/DQ: 20/21
- Jaron Ennis by decision or technical: 8/5
- Draw or technical draw: 14/1
Round bets
Xander Zayas
- Win in round 1: 100/1
- Win in round 2: 100/1
- Win in round 3: 100/1
- Win in round 4: 100/1
- Win in round 5: 100/1
- To win in round 6: 100/1
- To win in round 7: 80/1
- To win in round 8: 80/1
- To win round 9: 66/1
- To win in round 10: 66/1
- To win round 11: 66/1
- To win in round 12: 80/1
- To win by decision or technical decision: 6/1

Jaron Ennis
- To win round 1: 80/1
- Win in round 2: 50/1
- Win in round 3: 40/1
- To win in round 4: 28/1
- To win in round 5: 20/1
- To win in round 6: 16/1
- Win in round 7: 12/12
- To win in round 8: 1/11
- To win in round 9: 10/1
- To win in round 10: 10/1
- To win in round 11: 10/1
- To win in round 12: 1/11
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
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Lewis Crocker vs. Liam Paro – large fight preview and predictions
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1 month agoon
June 23, 2026
On Wednesday, Lewis Crocker heads to Australia to defend his IBF welterweight world title against Liam Paro for the first time.
Crocker will face Paro at the Pat Rafter Arena in Queensland, live on DAZN in the UK and Kayo Sports in Australia.
Crocker (22-0, 11 KO) became world champion in September, defeating Paddy Donovan twice before winning the rematch by split decision.
Man from Belfast recorded his second victory over Donovan after the first victory in March last year, and his rival was disqualified for hitting him after the bell.
Paro (27-1, 16 KO) is trying to become a world champion in two weight categories, having previously reigned in the super-lightweight division.
The 30-year-old won the title with a unanimous decision victory over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico before winning the belt in his first defense against Richardson Hitchins.
The Australian has since won twice, overtaking David Papot in his last appearance in September.

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Heavyweight Demsey McKean will look to continue his rebuild when he faces Liam Talivaa for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific title.
McKean (24-2, 16 KO) had his career cut miniature after a last-round loss to Filip Hrgovic, followed by a brutal first-round loss to Moses Itauma.
The 35-year-old southpaw returned to winning ways with back-to-back stoppage victories.
Talivaa (8-2, 4 KO) last won the IBF Oceania-Orient title, defeating Faiga Opelu by first-round stoppage.
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At cruiserweight, Luke Modini (13-0, 11 KO) will likely need distance to beat Peng Qu (17-2-1, 12 KO), while Riley Candy (8-1, 5 KO) could stop Nathan Watson (11-3, 3 KO) at super middleweight.
Vegas Larfield (13-1, 9 KO) can hand Shamal Ram Anuj (11-8, 8 KO) his fourth defeat in a row in a featherweight clash.
Heavyweight Nelson Asofa-Solomon (2-0, 2 KO) can secure a third straight knockout over debutant George Burgess, and Stevan Ivic (8-0-1, 2 KO) can do the same against Caleb Tialu (3-7, 3 KO), also a heavyweight.
Prospective super welterweight fighter Jack Javed (1-0) should overtake Lance McDonald (1-5-1, 1 KO).
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