Ricky Hatton funeral live stream: Watch boxing legend's service as he's laid to rest

British boxing icon Ricky Hatton will be laid to rest today following his tragic death at the age of 46. Hatton, who won the hearts of the nation during a career that saw him become a two-weight world champion, was found dead at his home in Hyde on September 14. A private service is set to take place at Manchester Cathedral around noon, but the public will have the opportunity to bid farewell to the People's Champion during a procession through Greater Manchester.

The route of the funeral procession has been confirmed by Hatton's family, beginning at the Cheshire Cheese Pub in Hyde at approximately 9.45am. The procession will make several stops, including The New Inn where doves will be released, Hatton's Gym, Hyde Town Hall, Betta Bodies Gym and the AO Arena - the site of his greatest triumph in the ring against Kostya Tszyu in 2005. You can watch the funeral cortege above.

After the service at Manchester Cathedral, the coffin will be transported to the Etihad Stadium, the home ground of Hatton's beloved Manchester City.

Hatton leaves behind three children, son Campbell and daughters Millie and Fearne. Following his tragic death, his family issued a heartfelt statement.

The full statement read: "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son Richard. Richard was so much more than a world champion.

"To us he was simply 'Richard', our son. A loving father, grandfather, and brother, and a true friend to many. He had a heart as big as his smile, and his kindness, humour and loyalty touched everyone who was lucky enough to know him.

"To the wider world, Richard will always be remembered as one of boxing's greatest champions - a man who gave everything inside the ring and wore his heart on his sleeve outside of it.

"He inspired generations with his fighting spirit, his humility, and his love for the sport. But beyond the titles, the nights to remember, and the roar of the crowd, he remained the same down-to-earth Richard who never forgot where he came from.

"As a family, our loss is immeasurable, and words cannot truly capture the pain we feel. Yet in the midst of our grief, we have been deeply moved by the overwhelming outpouring of love and support.

"It has been a source of great comfort to see just how many lives Richard touched, and how widely he was admired and respected.

"At this time, we kindly ask for privacy as we come to terms with life without him. In the days and weeks ahead, we will take strength from one another and from the knowledge that Richard's legacy - both in boxing and as a man - will continue to live on.

"Richard's memory will forever remain in our hearts, in the hearts of his fans, and in the sport he loved so dearly."