An inquest into the death of former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton has revealed that the provisional cause of death was suicide by hanging. This was disclosed at a hearing on October 16, 2025, at Stockport Coroner’s Court, Greater Manchester. Hatton, aged 46, was found unresponsive at his home in Hyde on September 14, 2025, by his long-time manager Paul Speak, who had come to take him to the airport for a scheduled flight to Dubai. He had last been seen by family on September 12, when he appeared “well.” He missed a scheduled event on September 13, raising concerns. Senior coroner Alison Mutch delivered the finding of “hanging” as the provisional cause during a brief, ten-minute hearing. She confirmed that there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. The full inquest is adjourned and scheduled to resume on March 20, 2026, when further evidence—such as medical files, statements, and witness testimonies—will be presented. Hatton, known as “The Hitman,” had achieved great success in his boxing career, winning world titles in the light-welterweight and welterweight divisions. He had also recently announced plans for a comeback fight in December 2025 in Dubai. He had openly discussed previous struggles with clinical depression and substance abuse, which form part of the backdrop to the inquest proceedings. This revelation has triggered an outpouring of grief from his fans, peers, and the broader sports community, many of whom paid tribute to Hatton’s legacy both as a fighter and as someone who spoke openly about his battles with mental health. #RickyHatton #Inquest #CauseOfDeath #Suicide #MentalHealth #BoxingLegend #TheHitman
