See how loved you were, Ricky

THE final bell may have tolled for Ricky Hatton, but boxing's greatest showman was still pulling in the crowds yesterday for his last public display.

- PHIL CARDY and HOLLIE BONE

Tens of thousands lined the streets of Manchester to say their farewells as his funeral cortege edged through the city he adored, and gave so much to.

It was a glorious display of the love felt for one of the sport's most cherished characters, who died far too young at the age of 46 on September 14.

A host of celebrities from the ring, music, football, cricket and showbiz joined other mourners paying respect to The Hitman.

They included Oasis star Liam Gallagher who was seen kissing his hand and touching Ricky's coffin, which had the badge of his beloved Manchester City and the words Blue Moon engraved on the side. The fighter's distraught parents Carol and Ray hugged family members as they arrived for the service at Manchester Cathedral.

His son Campbell, 24, and daughters Millie, 13 and Fearne, 12, paid emotional tributes to their dad.