The Lord Mayor of London’s Fire Fight Night

Following the tragic death of principal guest of honour Ricky Hatton, the decision has been taken to postpone the event scheduled for 8th October 2025.

The Lord Mayor of London, the Rt Hon Alastair King DL, said…

“I am saddened to learn of the passing of Ricky Hatton and my thoughts are with his family and friends. Ricky was due to be awarded the Freedom of the City of London on the day of the Fight Night. This is given to people, for outstanding achievements and contributions to public life, of which Ricky made many, both as boxing legend and human being, inside and out of the ring. May he rest in peace.”

On behalf of the Lord Mayor and the Lord Mayor’s Appeal, we thank all the supporters of the Fire Fight Night. The aim is for the boxing event to be rescheduled for a later date, in consultation with the Lord Mayor’s Appeal and considering how best to honour Ricky Hatton.

Further details will be communicated in due course.