Stephen Fulton was spotted fighting in clothes unlikely for a boxing match. The conventional choice of clothing sparked amusing reactions online, while some were confused about the dress code.
Stephen Fulton WBC Featherweight Championship for a rematch against Brandon Figueroa on Saturday. However, he was seen wearing denim shorts and Timberland boots. However, many have argued that he was, in fact, wearing customized boxing trunks and shoes that looked like jorts and Timbs.
It’s boxing trunks made to look like jean shorts and boxing shoes made to look like timberlands ~ A fan commented.
Fans react hilariously as Stephen Fulton fights in jeans shorts and Timbs
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Many are confused by the acceptable clothing protocols in WBC championships, as nobody seems to be complaining!
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It turns out that boxing enthusiasts had their priorities sorted. they couldn't care enough about the clothes but the boxer's skills.
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It would have been an iconic victory if he bagged the belt in jeans shorts and Timbs. By the way, he did win the match!
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Some are confused as his movements look too sleek for Timbs boots!
Another netizen provided their insights,
"No its actually real boxing gear. Just street clothes inspired; great idea by Fulton."
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Some fans have defended the choice of clothing by claiming that Stephen Fulton was there with a purpose.
An X-user hilariously drew a comparison between video game characters and Saturday's ring.
"This is when you go into the game settings of the character customization options."
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The iconic duo launching a fast-food joint is an unsettling move, but so is fighting an important match in jorts!
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Maybe Stephen Fulton was a proactive environmentalist and was trying to raise awareness through the match.
A fan highlighted his confidence to be a trendsetter in the match.
"Oh he confident confident"
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Many were more interested in the clothing than the match itself!
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In today's day where AI is taking over the Internet, witnessing such an incident may create skepticism among netizens.
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Some users have admired Fulton's confidence and style.
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Another netizen has amusingly pointed out that Fulton's nonchalantness towards dress codes might be something fathers are known for.
Stephen Fulton won the WBC Featherweight championship by defeating Brandon Figueroa after 12 rounds. Besides his victory, the unconventional clothes kept fans entertained throughout the match!
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