Pancho Villa (1901 – 1925)

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Pancho Villa (1901 – 1925)

Nickname: None
Birthplace: Ilog, Negros Occidental, Philippines
Weight Class: Flyweight
Stance: Orthodox
Professional Record: 79 – 4 – 3 (22 KOs)
Years Active: 1919 – 1925

Biography
The first Asian world champion, Villa captured the Flyweight Title in 1923. His ferocity and humility made him a national hero in the Philippines.

In the Hobby
Villa’s rookie stands among the most culturally significant cards ever printed.

Rookie & Early Issues
1923 Famous Boxers (UK): true rookie card.

Registry Metadata
Earliest Issue: 1923 Famous Boxers
Rookie Year: 1923
Recent Notable Sales: 1923 Famous Boxers (PSA 5) — $4,600 (2024)

Legacy
Pancho Villa’s rookie is more than cardboard — it’s the foundation of Asian boxing history.

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