Robert Pacho (August 1, 1911 – May 1, 1978) was an American professional boxer who competed from 1928 to 1941, twice challenging for the

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world title in 1939. After

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's career was over, Pacho was Mexican fans' most popular boxer.

Early life

Pacho broke into the professional boxing ranks while working as a farm mechanic in

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Professional career

Pacho fought many well known fighters during his career, including legends

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, and Henry Armstrong. His career lasted from 1929–1941 and his professional record was 78-67-15 with 37 Knockouts. His two bouts with Henry Armstrong were for the world Welterweight title, one held in

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. Pacho lost both by fourth round technical knockout.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Pacho, Bobby American boxers of Mexican descent Boxers from Arizona Welterweight boxers 1911 births 1978 deaths American male boxers