Manchester's most iconic rock 'n' roll star, Liam Gallagher, has once again proven himself the master of the social media takedown, this time setting his sights on fellow local legend, boxer Ricky Hatton.
The spat erupted after the former world champion boxer posted a heartfelt, and somewhat tearful, tribute on Instagram to celebrate his son Matthew's birthday. The post, however, was swiftly deleted after Gallagher and a horde of online commenters pointed out a glaringly obvious flaw: Hatton's son is actually named Campbell.
Never one to miss an open goal, the former Oasis frontman swooped in with a characteristically blunt and hilarious comment before the post vanished. Gallagher's quip quickly became the talk of the town, overshadowing the initial fatherly faux pas.
The exchange highlights the no-nonsense, ribbing nature of Mancunian camaraderie, even between its most famous sons. It also serves as a classic reminder of the perils of posting on social media without a final proofread, especially when your followers have the sharp eyes and sharper tongues of rock stars.
A Classic Case of Mistaken Identity
The incident showcases the unpredictable and often brutal world of celebrity social media interactions. While Hatton's intention was a sincere public display of affection, the simple error turned the moment into a viral spectacle, thanks to Gallagher's quick-witted intervention.
Fans of both figures were quick to react, flooding social media with memes and comments about the hilarious mix-up. Many saw it as a light-hearted moment typical of the banter-filled relationship between British sports and music personalities.
