Real name Jose Perez Flores Wins 50 Height 1.7 m Nationality Mexican Died August 27, 1994 Total fights 73 | Reach 68 in (173 cm) Role Boxer Name Battling Shaw Martial art Boxing | |
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Nickname(s) Battling ShawBenny Kid Roy Born October 21, 1910Laredo, Texas, U.S. ( 1910-10-21 ) | ||
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. He was trained and managed by Emile Bruneau (WBA President '62-66).
References
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