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Don't lick back in anger... | Daily Star TASTE OF VICTORY: Oasis star Liam gives Ricky a licking after his win in Vegas

The Hitman battered loud-mouthed yank Paulie Malignaggi in Las Vegas.

And as he celebrated his victory, rocker Liam Gallagher jumped into the ring with him and gave his face a lick.

HHe also sucked Ricky’s earlobe and snogged the champ.

Oasis frontman Liam, 36, and his brother Noel, 41, had carried Ricky’s championship belts into the ring before the fight at the MGM Grand arena.


And they jumped into the ring to congratulate Hatton, 30, after Malignaggi’s corner threw the towel in during the 11th round.

Other celebs at the fight included David Beckham, 33, who sipped a beer, and actor Sly Stallone, 62.

New Yorker Paulie, 27, was gracious in defeat.

He presented Ricky with a four-pack of Blue Moon beer – named after the Manchester fighter’s trademark song.

Hatton’s win earned him £1.5million and propelled him back into the big time.

He is now tipped to take on Oscar de la Hoya, 35, in Britain next year.