Frank Craig
Frank Craig | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 1, 1868 Columbus, Georgia, USA |
| Died | January 1, 1943 (aged 74) Chelsea, London, England |
| Nationality | American |
| Statistics | |
| Weight(s) | Middleweight |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 114 |
| Wins | 68 |
| Wins by KO | 42 |
| Losses | 36 |
| Draws | 9 |
Frank Craig (April 1, 1868 – January 1, 1943) was an American boxer who was the colored middleweight champion of the world in the Gay Nineties. The 5′10" Craig fought at a weight of between 153 and 169 lbs. as a middleweight and light-heavyweight during his career. Known as "The Harlem Coffee Cooler", Craig was regarded as a smart and quick fighter. He later worked in Britain as a stage entertainer.