Ricky Hatton believes he can prolong his career by becoming a more polished boxer and insists: “I’m not ready for my pipe and slippers yet!”

RICKY HATTON has vowed to produce a more “refined” performance against Paulie Malignaggi after teaming up with new trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr — but promised his fans he will still treat them to some typical “crash, bang, wallop” excitement.