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Harry Davies

Ricky Hatton undercard features UFC legends and chart-topping rapper

The undercard of Ricky Hatton's return to the ring will feature a fight between UFC legends Dan Hardy and Diego Sanchez with live performances from award-winning rap artists.

Former world champion Hatton will climb through the ropes for the first time since 2012 when he faces Marco Antonio Barrera on July 2. The exhibition bout, which is for charity, will not be scored and no winner will be announced. Hatton has dedicated the exhibition to those who suffered during Covid-19 lockdowns.

Featuring on the undercard of Hatton's exhibition is a bout between Hardy and Sanchez, a pair of UFC veterans, neither of whom have boxed professionally. Hardy was forced to retire from fighting in 2013 due to a cardiac ablation, but five years later received medical clearance to compete again.

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