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Bobby Pacho

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Bobby Pacho
Born
Robert Pacho

August 1, 1911
DiedMay 1, 1978(1978-05-01) (aged 66)
NationalityAmerican
Other namesKid Mexico
Statistics
Weight(s)Welterweight
Lightweight
Height5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
Reach68 in (174 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights172
Wins85
Wins by KO40
Losses71
Draws16
No contests0

Robert Pacho (August 1, 1911 – May 1, 1978) was a Mexican-American professional boxer from Yuma, Arizona. After Bert Colima's career was over, Pacho was Mexican fans' most popular boxer.[1]

Early life

Bobby broke into the professional boxing ranks while working as a farm mechanic in El Centro, California.

Professional career

He fought many well known fighters during his career, including legends Barney Ross, and Henry Armstrong. His career lasted from 1929–1941 and his professional record was 78-67-15 with 37 Knockouts.[2]

References