Ricky Hatton’s son Campbell signs for Misfits Boxing as he announces emotional retirement U-turn

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Campbell Hatton has signed with Misfits Boxing and will make a huge comeback to boxing.The son of late boxing legend and British icon Ricky announced his retirement from the sport in 2025 at the age of 24.Campbell, son of the boxing legend, will make an emotional return to the ringGettyHe wanted to pursue a career elsewhere, with his father confirming the news.Sadly his iconic dad passed away in September last year in tragic circumstances.In honour of his father, the younger Hatton announced he would return in an exhibition card alongside Kell Brook, with the proceeds going to the Ricky Hatton foundation.But now ‘The Hurricane’ has astonishingly announced a full return, which will come under influencer promotion Misfits Boxing.The news was announced as he stepped in the ring just moments before the clash between Tommy Fury and Eddie Hall in his home city.He said after his shock new move was announced: “It’s all about doing [Ricky] proud. Buzzing. Can’t wait to get things going again.”It is an emotional return for Campbell, who will of course do his father proud as he always did.He will be hoping to reverse his form after back-to-back losses against James Flint before he initially retired.Who could Hatton fight in his return?Astonishingly, it could be big-name opposition immediately for the 25-year-old.Hatton has a professional record of 14-2, but hasn’t fought in close to two yearsGettyIn the ring, it was suggested that the son of Prince Naseem Hamed, Sami, could well be his first opponent.The younger Hamed has made his debut for Misfits Boxing already, beating Zachary Johnson in 2025.It was his second appearance in the ring after he fought professionally against Jesse Clarke in Dublin, and has a record of 2-0.On the potential clash, he added: “I’d love it straight away.“For me it makes sense, two massive boxing names, two big boxing families, why not.”Watch Boxing on DAZN*If you click a link in this boxout, we will earn affiliate revenueSign up to DAZN to access the definitive subscription for boxing fans.Upgrade to DAZN Ultimate from just £24.99/month, guaranteeing access to 185+ fights annually, a minimum of 12 pay-per-views at no extra cost, as well as every Lega Serie A match and other elite football access.Alternatively, DAZN Standard is just £15.99/month, with the caveat you will have to pay for pay-per-view events.Click here to sign up.