Ricky Hatton

[m00ks]

I definitely agree that it doesn't matter where Hatton fights as long as it's against the top guys...why don't some of these American boys prove they can travel? If the Kosta fight ever comes off the best place for that would probably be London with the high number of Aussies living there, but everyone's saying he should travel to the US for that. I don't recall Barry McGuigan getting all this **** and he only fought outside of Britain twice and outside of Northern Ireland on a handfull of occasions.

Well he hasn't been fighting quality opposition and the fighters that are fed to him don't even stand a chance. In the US there is an overflow of talent specially in his division. No one will fight him in the UK because if the fight is close and goes to the cards, Hatton will get the win.

Honestly, pit Hatton against a Cotto or a Gatti or a Tsyu and he won't be smiling anymore.

[Cletus Funk]

Well he hasn't been fighting quality opposition and the fighters that are fed to him don't even stand a chance. In the US there is an overflow of talent specially in his division. No one will fight him in the UK because if the fight is close and goes to the cards, Hatton will get the win.

Honestly, pit Hatton against a Cotto or a Gatti or a Tsyu and he won't be smiling anymore.

KT maybe, but Gatti would get beaten down fairly quickly...I've met Hatton and he's massive for the weight. Cotto's no more proven than Hatton but I won't say your wrong as I've seen very little of him. He'd have to be on level close to KT to do it though IMO.

I disagree that the UK has a record of home town decisions. There's more of a history of bad decisions in the US than anywhere except for maybe Germany and Italy.

[elveiel]

KT maybe, but Gatti would get beaten down fairly quickly...I've met Hatton and he's massive for the weight. Cotto's no more proven than Hatton but I won't say your wrong as I've seen very little of him. He'd have to be on level close to KT to do it though IMO.

I disagree that the UK has a record of home town decisions. There's more of a history of bad decisions in the US than anywhere except for maybe Germany and Italy.

I agree.

The UK judges are too fair The only time i have a guy from oversea's robbed was G.Jones vs J.Nelson!! and that was only a draw!! The worst are(in order) Germany, Italy and US.

I have seen Cotto since he turned pro and its a 50/50 for Hatton, it depends on how well the styles mix. The only come forward pressure fighter cotto's faced(Ndou) give him a lot of trouble, I'm 100% certain Hatton is a lot better than Ndou.

[m00ks]

KT maybe, but Gatti would get beaten down fairly quickly...I've met Hatton and he's massive for the weight. Cotto's no more proven than Hatton but I won't say your wrong as I've seen very little of him. He'd have to be on level close to KT to do it though IMO.

I disagree that the UK has a record of home town decisions. There's more of a history of bad decisions in the US than anywhere except for maybe Germany and Italy.

Don't count Gatti out that quickly. He's faced a lot and I mean A LOT more quality opposition than Hatton and have been in memorable war. His will and heart is unparralled, his chin tested. If Mcgee was able to drop Hatton, Gatti can inflict a lot of damage. The man's got power and I think Hatton would be in for a ride. It would be bodyshots galore if the two ever face each other but I think Gatti has Hatton's number.

As a writer once said, Hatton should avoid Cotto like a plaque. The kid is too tough and too hungry.

[elveiel]

Don't count Gatti out that quickly. He's faced a lot and I mean A LOT more quality opposition than Hatton and have been in memorable war. His will and heart is unparralled, his chin tested. If Mcgee was able to drop Hatton, Gatti can inflict a lot of damage. The man's got power and I think Hatton would be in for a ride. It would be bodyshots galore if the two ever face each other but I think Gatti has Hatton's number.

As a writer once said, Hatton should avoid Cotto like a plaque. The kid is too tough and too hungry.

Gatti's been dropped and stopped by some average fighters, his chins good but i wouldnt say its anything special.

Hatton chins solid, Magee didnt hurt even hurt him, it was just a flash knockdown with a counter punch. Hatton taken some big shots a been ok so i have no reason to doubt it.

I wouldnt write Gatti off but Hattons got a lot more to offer than Micky Ward(no disrespect to Ward). It would be a very good fight.

[m00ks]

Gatti's been dropped and stopped by some average fighters, his chins good but i wouldnt say its anything special.

Hatton chins solid, Magee didnt hurt even hurt him, it was just a flash knockdown with a counter punch. Hatton taken some big shots a been ok so i have no reason to doubt it.

I wouldnt write Gatti off but Hattons got a lot more to offer than Micky Ward(no disrespect to Ward). It would be a very good fight.

Well Ward got mad outboxed specially in the second fight. Ward may not be the best boxer but is tough as nails with a super chin...and Gatti dropped him.
It's so hard to rate Hatton however because of his lack of quality opposition. I just don't get it. I heard he became a mandatory for two alphabet belts and didn't do **** with it. I mean, some guys would kill to get that shot but him, he's in no hurry. 37 wins and still won't leave the country.

[Silverfox]

Hatton actually fought in the USA about 5 years ago, at least he isn't afraid of flying. As for the commentators, that would probably have been Ian Darke and Jim Watt, they think the sunshines out of Hatton's backside. I think you will find in the next 6-8 months if a big name fighter does'nt want to come too the UK, then Ricky will travel. Don't disrespect Hatton yet, he's still a young fighter and although he fought a second rate opponent in Mike Stewart, he did to him in 5 rounds what Sharmba Mitchell couldn't do in 12.

And that says it all! Ricky Hatton will punch the **** out of the top contenders in the US! He is the only fighter who is capable of a sustained body attack. Not for a long time, have I seen a boxer who has so learned his trade.
Don't underestimate this boykie!! He is destined for great heights!

[m00ks]

And that says it all! Ricky Hatton will punch the **** out of the top contenders in the US! He is the only fighter who is capable of a sustained body attack. Not for a long time, have I seen a boxer who has so learned his trade.
Don't underestimate this boykie!! He is destined for great heights!

What makes you so sure if he has never fought anybody worth mentioning? What makes you so sure he'll do amazing in the US against the world elites when he himself is unproven?

[chrisa]

unstoppable,,, it will take a big man to take him out

[m00ks]

unstoppable,,, it will take a big man to take him out

it aint all about the size