Bobby Pacho
| Bobby Pacho | |
|---|---|
| Statistics | |
| Real name | Robert Pacho |
| Nickname(s) | Kid Mexico |
| Rated at |
Welterweight Lightweight |
| Height | 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m) |
| Reach | 68 in (174 cm) |
| Nationality | American |
| Born |
August 1, 1911 Yuma, Arizona |
| Died | May 1, 1978 (aged 66) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 172 |
| Wins | 85 |
| Wins by KO | 40 |
| Losses | 71 |
| Draws | 16 |
| No contests | 0 |
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]