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Noel Gallagher Says He Texted Ricky Hatton Days Before Death as Oasis Eye Wembley Tribute

The Oasis guitarist says the boxer was joking and 'on standard Ricky form' at recent gigs.

Overview

  • Greater Manchester Police continue to treat Hatton’s death at age 46 as non-suspicious, and no cause has been announced as inquiries proceed.
  • Gallagher told talkSPORT he exchanged messages with Hatton last week and saw him at Heaton Park, where the fighter was in high spirits.
  • Reports indicate Oasis are expected to honour Hatton at their September 27 Wembley show, reflecting his long friendship with the band.
  • Gallagher recounted carrying Hatton’s title belts with Liam before the 2008 Las Vegas win over Paulie Malignaggi, including a weeks-long row over who carried which belt.
  • Hatton’s family said he had packed for a Dubai promotional trip for an exhibition fight, and Manchester City’s Phil Foden visited relatives, leaving his derby shirt and flowers.