Former two-weight world champion Ricky Hatton has announced a shock return to boxing at the age of 43.

Hatton said in a social media post that he plans to make the return in his hometown of Manchester in a bout against Marco Antonio Barrera of Mexico on July 2.

The British fighter retired in 2012 after an illustrious career that saw him win the IBF and WBA light-welterweight titles, as well as the WBA welterweight title.

Hatton ended his career with 45 wins and three losses.

Source: www.espn.com