You can't let a man like this beat you.

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.

Winning the IBF title was the greatest night of my life. To give it up outside the ring is truly painful.

If you can't sell tickets you'll struggle.

I had to come to the United States to prove myself. I fought for a long time in England and a lot of people thought I was a protected fighter.

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

I think my greatest achievement in boxing is my following.