Ricky Hatton will be granted a new boxing licence providing he successfully completes all parts of a medical, the British Boxing Board of Control confirmed today.

Ricky Hatton is expected to target a world title rematch with former foe Paulie Malignaggi when he announces his decision to return to the ring at a press conference in Manchester on Friday.

Former world champion Ricky Hatton today had his boxer’s licence withdrawn by the British Boxing Board of Control.

RICKY HATTON has been urged by his camp to think only of his health when deciding his boxing future.