Tributes pour in as boxing icon Ricky Hatton passes away

London: Former world champion British boxer Ricky Hatton has passed away.

According to British media, 46-year-old Hatton was found dead at his home in Manchester. Police have stated that his death is not being treated as suspicious.

Ricky Hatton retired from international boxing in 2012. During his career, he won 45 out of 48 bouts.

Earlier this year, Hatton had also announced a comeback at an event scheduled to be held in Dubai.