Ricky Hatton

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Records

Ricky Hatton's achievements in the ring are legendary among boxing fans. He held multiple world championships in the light-welterweight division and one at welterweight, showcasing his versatility and dominance. His 2005 victory over Kostya Tszyu is considered one of the greatest fights of the decade. Being named Fighter of the Year by both The Ring and the Boxing Writers Association of America highlights his exceptional performance during that period. His induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame cements his status as one of the sport's greats.

AwardsRicky Hatton received numerous accolades throughout his career, including being named Fighter of the Year in 2005 by The Ring magazine and the Boxing Writers Association of America. He was appointed MBE in the 2008 New Year Honours for services to boxing. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame and won multiple British Boxing Awards, including Fighter of the Year and Boxer of the Year during his peak years.

Honours & Distinctions

Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

British Government·2008

Awarded for services to boxing.

International Boxing Hall of Fame

International Boxing Hall of Fame·2015

Inducted for outstanding contributions to the sport.

Records & Feats

Youngest British Light-Welterweight Champion

Historic First·2003

Became the youngest British fighter to hold a world title in the light-welterweight division.

Undisputed Light-Welterweight Champion

Career Milestone·2007

Unified the WBO and WBC titles to become the undisputed champion in 2007.