Tim Witherspoon

Former world heavyweight champion Tim Witherspoon says he supports Ricky Hatton's decision to return to the ring.

'The Hitman' announced his comeback at a pack press conference in Manchester last Friday and will face as yet to be confirmed opponent on November 24.

It's a decision which has split opinion in the boxing fraternity, but Witherspoon sees no reason why Ricky cannot rekindle his past glories.

"He's not beat up, he's in good shape. He's only 33," Witherspoon said at a charity dinner in Shropshire this week.

He added that he feels Hatton would have the beating of Amir Khan if the pair were to meet in the future.

Witherspoon is best known to British boxing fans for beating Frank Bruno at Wembley in 1986.

21/09/2012 15:33:05