Ricky Hatton: Bright lights and dark times (part one)

There’s only one Ricky Hatton and he’s officially in the club. He’s British boxing royalty, so George and Dec are in Manchester for a special two-parter to start 2023. In this part you’ll hear about his recent training camp and how it helped him outside the ring. Has he got the exhibition bug? And who could be next? Would he ever get back in the ring with Floyd Mayweather? Ricky also talks openly about his relationship with his parents, and the dark times in his life.  WARNING: this this episode contains references to suicide.  If you’ve been affected by any of the issues we spoke about in this podcast or are worried about someone you love, please call the Samaritans at 116 123. Someone will always be there to listen, day or night, and it’s free for all UK phone numbers. Or, go to crowdnetwork.co.uk/helplines to find a list of people you can go to for help. Support is always available, whatever you're going through. You can contact Samaritans for free 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Just call 116 123. Or, go to crowdnetwork.co.uk/helplines to find a list of people you can go to for help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices