The Darts icon, Phil Taylor, expressed his deep sadness because of the death of Ricky Hatton, revealing how the boxer’s father is struggling with a tragic loss. Hatton was found dead in his home Hyde, Greater Manchester on Sunday, September 14, at the age of only 46, sending shock waves through the boxing world, less than three months before the expected return to the ring after a 13-year break.
Immediate tributes influenced “The Hitman”, which held numerous world championship titles in the wards in the weight of super airy and in welterwear during a 15-year boxing career, retiring in 2012 as one of the greatest British fighters of their era. Despite the previously discussing the fight against depression and mental health problems, the Hatton’s family was “shocked” and “desperate” by his sudden departure, stating that “to all our knowledge, despite the well -documented fights, Richard was in a good place.”
They continued: “Richard talked to his family and the team within days and weeks before the weekend. On Friday evening he ate dinner with his girls, and Richard was not alone in his life or within a few days before the weekend.
“Pour out of regret and love from the nation and around the world shows how loved Richard was. In time it will be something that will give us all some comfort and pride. For now, we would like to have a period of private and personal mourning.”
Taylor, a close friend of the Hatton family, spoke about the tragic loss, describing the deceased boxer as “happy-go-lucky”. Talking with SunThe legend of darts revealed that Hatton’s father Ray, who was devastated by his son’s death, contacted him.
“I am gutted,” he confessed. “Gutted. In fact, his dad Ray wrote to me SMS when I was in the hotel because he wasn’t on his phone for a few days. I understand it. He breaks his heart.
“I should see him next week. He only lives around the corner, from the place where Richard lived. I am absolutely devastated, to be candid.”
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The 65-year-old, paying tribute to the hatton, said: “Richard was simply normal for me. Some say that there may be a bit of junior high school when he drank a drink. I never saw it, but we can all, if we were always normal with me, joyful.
“If I had interviews with him in the gym of coach Billy Graham, he would throw a bottle of water from the back of my bloody neck and similar things. I would say,” Ricky, pig. ” Or he would give you a kind rib.
Subsequent tributes appeared for Hatton from around the boxing world and not only, with the former weighty world champion Tyson Fury: “Rip to the legend @rickyhatton maybe Rip.
Frank Bruno expressed his deep sadness because of Hatton’s death, stating that he was “absolutely devastated”, while Amir Khan mourned the loss of “we [have] He lost not only one of the greatest British boxers, but a friend, mentor, warrior. “
The former partner Hatton, actress Claire Sweeney, also shared the emotional tribute to “Master of the People”. In a cordial post on Instagram, she wrote: “I needed a few days to process destructive news about my dear friend Ricky. My thoughts are with his family, especially his children Campbell, Millie Fearne and Lyla, his granddaughter.
“For them, Speaky and all my friends who loved him so deeply and for so many years I send you my deepest sympathy. Ricky, you were a champion of people. I loved you and we nurtured. I love you always.”
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.
Zayas and Ennis face to face before the clash. Photo: Matchroom Boxing
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.
Jaron Ennis knocked out Uisma Lima in the first round in Philadelphia. Photo: Emma Brawley/Matchroom Boxing
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
Zayas won by points decision over Abass Baraou. Source: Mikey Williams / top position
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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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.
In September, Donovan was beaten a second time by Crocker. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
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.
Paro looks like a two-time IBF champion. Photo: Melina Pizano/Matchroom
McKean meets Taliva
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.
Undercard remaining
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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