Pinky Mitchell
Pinky Mitchell | |
|---|---|
| Born | Myron Herbert Mitchell January 1, 1899 |
| Died | March 11, 1976 (aged 77) |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | Pinky |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | light welterweight |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 83 |
| Wins | 44 |
| Wins by KO | 10 |
| Losses | 23 |
| Draws | 6 |
Pinky Mitchell was an American boxer who became the first champion in the light welterweight division by receiving the most votes by ballot on November 15, 1922. He held the title until 1926.
In his impressive career he fought Oakland Jimmy Duffy, and champions Rocky Kansas, James Red Herring, Benny Leonard, Lew Tendler, Jack Britton, Mushy Callahan and Joe Dundee.