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The order of service for the funeral of boxing legend Ricky Hatton today, Friday, has been revealed.

The life of the 'Hitman' - who was tragically found dead at his home in Hyde aged 46 on September 14 - was being celebrated across Greater Manchester today.

Huge crowds gathered to applaud as his funeral procession began at 9.45am at The Cheshire Cheese Pub - Hatton's local - in Gee Cross, Hyde.

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The cortege is making a two-hour journey from Tameside to Manchester city centre for a funeral service being held at Manchester Cathedral at noon.

Following the service, the cortege will leave at around 1.15pm, with Manchester City fan Hatton making a final trip to the Etihad Stadium. Thousands are expected to line routes along

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