It's unbelievable really. For something that started off as a hobby, I ended up getting paid for doing it.

If there was such a thing as re-incarnation, Floyd would come back as himself

What's the point being the best fighter on the planet if no likes you?

As an amateur, I couldn't get many fights. No one would fight me when I was a schoolboy.

My first world title gave me the confidence to go and do bigger and better things.

What sort of champion would I be if I just stayed in my normal weight division and didn't take the big challenges on? Bring them on, that's what Ricky Hatton's all about.

I have been blowing past the majority of my opponents, so people get the impression of me as an attacking, body punching, and brawler type. I do like to put the pressure on, but I have very underrated boxing skills. I have won nine amateur titles. I had 80 amateur fights, and won 76 if them. You do not get that kind of record without having talent. The good thing is I have not really needed all my talent yet. When I get an opportunity to show that talent, people will start taking me more seriously.