Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton, who has died aged 46, achieved all he dreamed of and more, writes Chris McKenna.

Ricky Hatton’s last post on social media before his tragic death saw him gearing up for his massive comeback fight.

Here in the North, Ricky Hatton wasn’t just a boxing great - he was one of us. The Hyde lad who loved Manchester City and blasted Oasis on repeat grew into “The Hitman”, a two-weight world champion whose every win felt like a win for the region too.

Ricky Hatton had a hugely successful career, winning world titles in two weight divisions, while his popularity outside the ring was unrivalled.