Dancing On Ice presenter Stephen Mulhern returned for a second round with contestant Ricky Hatton on Sunday's episode of the show after the retired boxer “beat” the presenter on the show last week.
Viewers were left in hysterics after Ricky, 45, took aim at Stephen, 46, sending him flying off his feet during the series premiere.
Last week Holly Willoughby, 42, was back on TV almost three months after learning of an alleged plot to kidnap and murder, with Stephen making his debut as a replacement for Phillip Schofield.
In one segment, Stephen was seen making faces in front of the camera, prompting Holly to exclaim: “Please just hit him,” and the boxer did just that, dropping him to the ground.
This week, Stephen made sure he was prepared when he returned to stand next to Ricky in the studio in a protective, padded costume.
Dancing On Ice viewers were left in hysterics after former boxer and show contestant Ricky (R) Hatton punched Stephen Mulhern (C) (pictured with Holly Willoughby) during Sunday's premiere.
Shocked by the sheer force, Holly gasped and threw her hands over her mouth as Ricky checked on Stephen, who was lying on the floor off camera.
The new series saw Holly Willoughby return to television almost three months after learning of an alleged plot to kidnap and murder her, with Stephen making his debut as a replacement for Phillip Schofield
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While a second joked: “Mulhern definitely needed that punch from Hatton.”
And: “Haha great”.
While another wrote: “Stephen will sue Ricky Hatton over this punch.”
It was later announced that Ricky and his professional partner Robin Johnstone will be the first couple to take on the dreaded Skate Off, which will take place next week.
He received just 12.5 points from judges Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean, Ashley Banjo and Oti Mabuse, putting them at the bottom of the leaderboard.
Ricky wore a boxing outfit and knee pads as he reenacted boxing moves on the ice and did push-ups with his skating partner Robin to the Rocky movie theme “Gonna Fly Now” by Bill Conti.
Judge Ashley described his performance as “iconic” and added he could be proud of the audience's reaction.
“Please just hit him,” Holly quipped, and the boxer did just that, sending the 46-year-old TV personality flying off her feet
The former This Morning presenter then jokingly cheered into the camera
Fan took to X, formerly known as Twitter, following the incident
Before taking to the ice, Ricky received a special message from fellow boxer Tyson Fury, wishing him good luck on the show.
Elsewhere, Greg Rutherford and his professional partner Vanessa James, who scored 24.5 out of 40 for their “Don't stop me now” routine.
Emmerdale actress Roxy Shahidi was lifted into a helicopter ride as she entered the ice rink for the first time.
Judge Oti praised her for a “beautiful, sensual performance” in Say Grace's “You Don't Own Me” with French ice dancer Sylvain Longchambon.
However, Mabuse said Shahidi needed to lower her shoulders to improve the look of her movements.
It was later announced that Ricky and his professional partner Robin Johnstone will be the first couple to face the dreaded skate-off, which will take place next week
He received just 12.5 points from judges Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean, Ashley Banjo and Oti Mabuse, putting them at the bottom of the leaderboard
The audience booed Shahidi and received a total of 20 out of 40 points from the jury.
Amber Davies was next on the ice and revealed that her goal was to do better than her ex-boyfriend Kem Cetinay.
Love Island star and professional skater Simon Proulx Sénécal scored an impressive score of 25 after his performance on Kylie Minogue's Hold On To Now.
Despite a serious fall during training, she managed to impress the judges with her debut.
Jayne said: “I loved all the beautiful positions. I think that’s the best spiral I’ve seen on the ice in a long time.”
Holly made her big comeback to television alongside Stephen for the stunning new series
Judges Jayne Torvill, Christopher Dean, Ashley Banjo and Oti Mabuse returned to the ice court for another year
Hannah Spearritt hit the ice with her professional partner Andy Buchanan and performed “Break Free” by Ariane Grande.
The former S Club 7 star received a total of 19.5 out of 40 possible points from the jury.
Judge Jaye Torvill said: “Well done for doing such difficult exercises.”
She added: “We need to see more of just skating.” “It's improving but you could do more.”
Former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas completed the show, securing top spot on the leaderboard with a score of 26.5.
Oti told the actor: 'Ryan Thomas, I didn't expect that.' That was absolutely brilliant.'
After the performance he said: “You just have to focus on getting the job, but we're really done.”
DANCING ON ICE: MEET THE 2024 PARTICIPANTS
RICKY HATTON
AGE: 44
OCCUPATION: Former professional boxer
WHAT DID HE SAY? “If I can keep my nerve in the boxing ring, I should be able to keep my nerve in the rink.”
HANNAH SPEARRITT
AGE: 42
PROFESSION: SINGER
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm really looking forward to learning a new skill. “It's so easy to live a comfortable life and that aspect of variety is very appealing.”
GREG RUTHERFORD
AGE: 36
PROFESSION: Athlete
WHAT DID HE SAY? “I like challenges and I needed a reason to go out and do things again and here we are.” “I want to perform something that hasn't been done before, that's my goal.”
Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards
AGE: 59
OCCUPATION: OLYMPIC SKI JUMPER
WHAT DID HE SAY? “Dancing on Ice is a show I've always wanted to do. “It's a challenge that I think I'll enjoy!”
RICKY NORWOOD
AGE: 40
OCCUPATION: EastEnders star
WHAT DID HE SAY? “It comes at such a great time in life.” I can’t skate at all! “No rehearsals yet, I just did physical therapy to strengthen the body.”
RYAN THOMAS
AGE: 39
OCCUPATION: Corrie star
WHAT DID HE SAY? “Everyone keeps asking me, 'Are you doing this?' I've told everyone!'
CLAIRE SWEENEY
AGE: 52
OCCUPATION: ACTRESS
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm entering the unknown here.” I don't know how I'll feel. But I'm very excited.'
AMBER DAVIES
AGE: 26
OCCUPATION: WEST END STAR
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I would definitely say I'm an adrenaline junkie, but as I get older I get more and more nervous and I hope I can keep it in check.”
MILES NAZAIRE
AGE: 27
PROFESSION: REALITY STAR
WHAT DID HE SAY? “I’ve always loved dancing but it’s usually on the dance floor on a Saturday night and Dancing on Ice looks so difficult.”
LOU SANDERS
AGE: 37
PROFESSION: COMEDIAN
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I'm afraid of hitting my head, or just smashing my old head in.” “I can't afford to lose any more brain cells.”
ADELE ROBERTS
AGE: 44
OCCUPATION: RADIO HOST
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “For me it means putting everything on hold”! I think the hardest part is putting myself out there because I usually hide.
ROXY SHAHIDI
AGE: 40
OCCUPATION: Emmerdale star
WHAT DID SHE SAY? “I can’t skate. I haven't actually said anything to anyone, but mostly because I'm so nervous about it!'