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Ricky Hatton's son Campbell signs for Anthony Joshua's management team

Liam Happe
Ricky Hatton's son Campbell signs for Anthony Joshua's management teamDAZN
The second-generation boxer makes his professional debut on Mar. 6.

Campbell Hatton, the son of British legend Ricky Hatton who will begin his professional boxing career in March, has joined 258 MGT and communications agency SoapBox London.

The younger Hatton follows in the footsteps of many of his Matchroom Boxing stablemates with the move, including WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. 

His first pro bout is scheduled for Mar. 6 on the undercard of Dillian Whyte's rescheduled rematch against Alexander Povetkin, with the card airing live on Sky Sports Box Office in the U.K. and Ireland, and on DAZN everywhere else.

"I am incredibly excited to be joining 258 Management & SoapBox for my pro career," the 19-year-old told Sky Sports.

"My dad has done a brilliant job at guiding me so far and I will continue to seek his advice as well as work in the gym with my uncle Matthew. I cannot wait for the first bell March 6."

Campbell's father Ricky, who will also work as his manager, said: "Campbell's dream is to bring another world boxing title back to Manchester.

"The dream is obviously in Campbell's hands and ultimately it's down to him, but given time that's what he'll do.

"As his manager and his father my job is to get the best possible team behind him to give him the best chance possible. That's what we've done and having 258 management and SoapBox on board is the last piece of the jigsaw. I'm absolutely delighted."

Managing director of 258 Management Freddie Cunningham added: "We are delighted to welcome Campbell into the 258 stable.

"We have had our eye on him a while now, and it is an honour to guide this huge boxing name through the professional ranks. We have total belief in what Campbell can achieve both in and out the ring and cannot wait to get started."

And SoapBox London co-owner Andy Bell said: "Campbell is one of the most exciting prospects in British sport. He comes from a place that understands exactly what it takes to reach the top and we passionately believe we can help him achieve his goals."