Whoever counts Ricky out is a fool. As he said himself he's stepped up in weight and his first fight is against a champion. Collazo had an awkward style which was difficult for Ricky to break down, doesn't make him a bad fighter because of it. I think Hatton was fit enough, it just gets a bit harder with each jump in weight to move guys around the ring as well as taking the punishment back. IMO he should steer well clear of any genuine punchers at Welter because he did look to be feeling the extra power.
Boxing needs more characters like Hatton who bring a bit of class and honesty to the game, I would still like to see him fight Mayweather but only at Light-Welter.
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