On Sunday, June 6th, fans around the world tuned in to the hugely anticipated boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul. However, Logan Paul caught attention of Pokemon fans when he walked into the ring wearing a rare Charizard Pokemon card around his neck.
Professional boxer Floyd Mayweather and YouTuber-turned-boxer Logan Paul are stepping into the ring at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, FL on June 6th. Fans are excited to see if Floyd will preserve his 50-0 legacy, while fans of Logan are waiting to see his first win.
Viewers in the US will be able to stream the fight via Showtime PPV and Fanmio for $49.99.
Logan Paul wears rare card as necklace
Making his way to the ring at Hard Rock Stadium, Logan Paul donned a neon yellow robe, matching shorts, and a necklace that many thought was an odd choice.
The 26-year-old wore a rare Charizard Pokemon card around his neck as a unique piece of jewelry, as the card is allegedly valued at $300,000.
Logan is known for collecting Pokemon cards on his YouTube channel, sometimes being lucky enough to find the rarest kinds. His Pokemon card videos have garnered millions of views as he has a large viewer base that are Pokemon fans.
Fans troll Logan Paul for showing off
Fans found Logan's entrance "embarassing" as boxers have previously entered the ring wearing jewelry such as gold chains.
Many also commented that it was "funny", given that no other boxer has ever entered the ring wearing a rare Pokemon card.
Meanwhile, some found it entertaining to see Logan enter the ring wearing an odd accessory like the Pokemon card.
Despite no official statement on his payout, fans of Logan Paul are sure YouTube will be paid handsomely for the fight.
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