Hatton sure to be a hit at Civic

Tuesday 12th August 2008, 6:20PM BST.

wd2965323boxing-ricky-ha.jpgBoxing legend Ricky Hatton is bringing his knockout show to Wolverhampton, it was announced today.

The two-times world champion will appear at the Civic Hall on January 14. His special guest will be former boxer Frank Bruno.

Delighted Civic Halls entertainment manager Richard Taylor said: “It is a real coup for us and the city to get the one of the best fighters in the world with the added bonus of his friend Frank.”

Hatton, dubbed The Hitman after one of the most successful ring careers of a British fighter, said: “I am really excited to be back on the road and getting the chance to meet the fans who have played such a huge role in my career.”

Tickets for the two-hour long Evening With Ricky Hatton cost £25 and go on sale from 9am tomorrow.

To book call 0870 320 7000 or go on-line at www.wolvescivic.co.uk. Special £95 VIP tickets are available at www.a1sportingspeakers.com


  1. 1
    Frank Jones

    If it’s going to be a knock-out show he’s got to have Mayweather in it.

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  2. 2
    Baggie Boy

    1.. I would like to see mayweather fight at Rickys true weight it world be a different outcome

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  3. 3
    Frank Jones

    2. I wonder if his “fans” would be any more odious than they were in Veagas?

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