Battling Shaw
| Battling Shaw | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | José Pérez Flores |
| Nickname(s) |
Battling Shaw Benny Kid Roy |
| Rated at | Light Welterweight |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Reach | 68 in (173 cm) |
| Nationality |
 Mexican |
| Born |
October 21, 1910 Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, Mexico |
| Died | August 27, 1994 (aged 83) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 73 |
| Wins | 50 |
| Wins by KO | 10 |
| Losses | 18 |
| Draws | 4 |
| No contests | 0 |
José Flores Pérez (October 21, 1910 – August 27, 1994) was a Mexican boxer better known as Battling Shaw or Benny Kid Roy. He was the first Mexican to become world champion.
Professional career
Shaw made his pro debut at the age of 16. He mostly fought out of Louisiana. He became the World Light Welterweight Champion after decisioning Johnny Jadick in 1933. He also fought fellow Mexican fighter and hall of famer Kid Azteca, although the exact date is unknown.
| Preceded by Johnny Jadick |
World Light Welterweight Champion 20 Feb 1933–21 May 1933 |
Succeeded by Tony Canzoneri |