Hatton sets Manchester date

Hatton sets Manchester date

Postby Cheese » Wed Mar 12, 2008 4:23 pm

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Ricky Hatton has confirmed his next fight will be against Juan Lazcano at the City of Manchester Stadium on May 24.

The 'Hitman' will defend his IBO light-welterweight title in what will be his return to the ring following December's maiden defeat by American great Floyd Mayweather.

A statement on Manchester City fan Hatton's official website read: "Ricky's next fight will be on May 24, 2008 at the City of Manchester Stadium. The deal has just been completed.

"Ricky will defend his IBO light-welterweight title against Mexican Juan Lazcano."

Hatton moved up to welterweight for his non-title fight with Mayweather in Las Vegas, a bout where both boxers entered the ring unbeaten.

But it proved a step too far for the 29-year-old, who was knocked out in the 10th round, his first defeat in 44 fights.

He subsequently vowed his next contest would be in the UK and today he delivered on that promise.

Lazcano, who turns 33 later this month, is a former WBF and IBA lightweight title holder and has won 37 of his 42 fights, with four defeats.

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Re: Hatton sets Manchester date

Postby StLGooner » Wed Mar 12, 2008 4:57 pm

I hope Ricky bounces back, I like him a lot, real humble down to earth type of guy, wish there were more not just boxers but professional athletes in general like him.
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Re: Hatton sets Manchester date

Postby left right left » Wed Mar 12, 2008 9:55 pm

it will be a one sided bashing!!!!
you mess and you get the knocked the f**k out baby!!!!!!
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