Ricky Hatton's brother has paid tribute to the former world champion boxer following his death aged 46.

Matthew Hatton, a fellow professional boxer and former world title contender, also shared a series of family pics on social media, including one of the two brothers as school children.

He wrote: "I love you Richard. See you on the other side X."

Matthew, a former European welterweight champion, fought several times on the undercard of his brother's matches. His biggest moment in the ring came when he challenged all-time great Canelo Alvarez in California in 2011.

Stockport-born Ricky was found dead at his home in Gee Cross, Hyde this morning (September 14). Greater Manchester Police said his death is not being treated as suspicious.

Tributes from across the sporting world hav

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