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“That Body Shot Hurt Was Incredible”: Fans Impressed as Boxing Legend Ricky Hatton’s Son Secures Impressive Victory

Published 04/02/2023, 5:06 PM EDT

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The sport of boxing has some exciting prospects. One such prospect is Ricky Hatton’s son, Campbell Hatton. At just 22 years of age, Hatton has managed to garner 11 bouts and be a victor in all eleven. He hails from a boxing family and has looked impressive so far. On the 1st of April, the fighter had his 11th bout against Louis Fielding.

The young prospect showed no mercy and right from the bell looked for the knockout. Hatton landed a left hook on the body of Fielding and that was the end of the fight. Within the first round, the bout was called off. The knockout left the fans stunned.

The fans are in awe of Campbell Hatton’s knockout punch

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What makes the sport exciting is the boxers who compete in it. Hatton is a star in the making. If he continues to win the sky is the limit for the young boxer. Winning a bout in the very first round indicates that the boxer is promising.

After his victory on Saturday night, he took to Twitter to express his feelings. He stated, “Hours of blood and sweat in the gym for moments like this. Keep the fights coming” 

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The fans at large had some interesting reactions to the same. Here are few fan reactions:

One fan was not impressed. Rather suggested that the undefeated fighter should not be undefeated. @PerrottaInc: “You should have a loss on your record, and you know exactly what I’m talking about.”

On the contrary. one fighter named @toptradersADVFN had nothing but praise for the boxer. He states, “Cracking body punch 🥊. Literally. Like Father, Like Son. Great to see and well done Campbell. Another Hitman is born. I bet your Dad is over the moon with your performance and rightly so”

Another fan applauded the young prospect and mentioned that his improvement is evident. @Fester81Nick: “Your improving rapidly after a slow start to your career, your power and technical ability is developing nicely, they’re bringing you through at the right pace too, keep up the great work Campbell”

One fan even suggested a potential opponent for him @mohanbullah: “Hatton vs Luis Pineda next, would be a huge step up for Hatton.”

One fan named @grumpy_vik wrote: Great finish.That body shot hurt was incredible.”  

Lastly, one fan named @boxinglady88 tweeted, “Well done Campbell! I missed it! I was fast forwarding and next thing you were having your hand raised!”

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The fans are impressed by the Hatton. Though, do you consider him a prospect that can eventually become a world champion? Do share your thoughts and opinions with us in the comments below.

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Harddit Bedi

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Harddit Bedi is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. He has interned at multiple top sports media outlets and packs a great amount of knowledge regarding the sport. His love for boxing and writing has landed him on his journey at EssentiallySports, where he looks forward to adding value to our boxing coverage.
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Arijit Saha