Gaspar "Indio" Ortega (born October 31, 1935) was a Mexican professional boxer and is considered one of the best

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boxers from

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Pro career

In January 1953, Ortega was only seventeen years old when he won his pro debut against Miguel Ocana in

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, Mexico. On June 3, 1961 Gaspar lost to

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, the bout would be his first shot at a World Championship.

Retirement

In 1995 Ortega was elected into the World Boxing Hall of Fame.

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* * Boxers from Baja California Sportspeople from Mexicali Mexican people of indigenous peoples descent Welterweight boxers 1935 births Living people Mexican male boxers {{Mexico-boxing-bio-stub

Pro career

Retirement

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