Bobby Pacho

Robert Pacho (August 1, 1911 – May 1, 1978) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1928 to 1941, twice challenging for the welterweight world title in 1939. After Bert Colima's career was over, Pacho was Mexican fans' most popular boxer.

Bobby Pacho
Born	Robert Pacho August 1, 1911 Yuma, Arizona, U.S.
Died	May 1, 1978(1978-05-01) (aged 66) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S.
Other names	Kid Mexico
Statistics
Weight(s)	Welterweight Lightweight
Height	5 ft 7 in (170 cm)
Reach	68 in (173 cm)
Stance	Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights	172
Wins	85
Wins by KO	40
Losses	71
Draws	16

Early life

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

Professional career

Pacho 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.^[1]

His two bouts with Henry Armstrong were for the world Welterweight title, one held in Havana, Cuba.^[2][3] Pacho lost both by fourth round technical knockout.