Former World Champion Ricky Hatton Rises Ring Again At The Age Of 46

JAKARTA Former world champion Ricky Hatton announced he would return to the ring at the age of 46 for the fight against Eisa Al Dah from the United Arab Emirates in December 2025.

The middleweight fight was announced during an event promoted by Al Dah in Dubai on Sunday, July 7, 2025. The clash is scheduled to take place on December 2, 2025, in Dubai.

Hatton, who won world titles in welterweight and lightweight welterweight, revealed that he was supposed to be in Dubai, but was unable to attend after accidentally injuring his eyes with glasses.

"I wish I could be there, but I suffered quite serious eye injuries. The most important thing is that the fight will take place and I can't wait, I'm looking forward to it," Hatton said.

The committee confirmed the match was included in professional fighting clashes. However, it is still unclear whether it will be approved or not.

There may be other provisions such as the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, whose time is shorter and the number of rounds is limited.

Hatton, who won 45 of his 48 professional fights in 15 careers, last fought professionally in 2012, suffered a defeat against Senchenko to Ukraine.

He won an important world title over Kostya Tszyu from Russia and Jose Luis Castillo before losing to Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquaio.

On the other hand, Al Dah, 46, who has won eight of his 11 fights, last fought in 2021 against Pedro Alejandro Delgado of Mexico. He lost the clash.