Thousands of boxing fans are expected to pay their respects to Ricky Hatton with plans for his funeral procession and the venue for the service confirmed by his family View 3 Images Ricky Hatton was a boxing icon and a sporting hero to millions of fans (Image: James Gill - Danehouse, Getty Images)

The family of Ricky Hatton have released the first details of his funeral arrangements, providing fans with an opportunity to bid farewell to the beloved boxer .

Greater Manchester-based funeral director Frank Massey and Son Ltd announced the initial plans on behalf of the family today (September 26). This comes nearly two weeks after Ricky was tragically found dead at his home in Hyde on Sunday, September 14, at the age of 46.

The former world champion boxer, who inspired mil

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