Former WBA and IBO world champion in the welterweight division, British boxer Ricky Hatton, answered a question about his dream opponent.
I've never met Cristiano. I believe he's a good lad, but let's have it right. He did play for Manchester United. He's really good-looking. Why would you not want to knock him out? If you played for Manchester United - the best player in the world and he’s a good-looking fella. The opposite to me.
Ricky Hatton, quoted by Goal.com
Hatton last stepped into the ring in November 2012, where he lost by knockout to Vyacheslav Senchenko in the ninth round. His record stands at 45 wins (32 by knockout) and three losses.