BRITISH LEGEND’S SON SUFFERS SHOCK FIRST DEFEAT OF IS CARRER..

In a thrilling showdown, the 23-year-old boxer fell short in his bid for victory, conceding to a unanimous points decision that allowed Flint to retain his title. The judges scored it 98-92, 97-94, and 97-95 in favor of Flint after a fierce ten-round battle where both fighters exchanged blows relentlessly.

Throughout the match, both competitors relentlessly pursued a knockout, with Flint showcasing his determination by unleashing a punishing hook to the body in the eighth round. Despite Hatton’s resilience and attempts to land significant punches, he couldn’t overpower Flint, leading to the judges declaring Flint as the victor.

Hatton, previously undefeated in 14 professional fights, now holds a record of 14-1 following his defeat in Sheffield. Despite the setback, he expressed a willingness to bounce back, acknowledging the outcome and giving credit to his opponent.

Reflecting on the fight, Hatton admitted, “Early on I stuck to the plan, but I have no arguments. He came on strong. I think I did enough, but no arguments. I just have to learn.” Despite the loss, Hatton showed sportsmanship and expressed a desire for a rematch, showing respect to his opponent, Jimmy Joe Flint.