Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Tell us if the controversial fight should go ahead

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The boxing community is buzzing with excitement as Jake Paul gets ready to take on Mike Tyson this Friday.

Streaming live on Netflix, the upcoming fight at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is already being hailed as one of the most contentious bouts in recent history.

At 58, Tyson continues to be an iconic figure in boxing, holding the record as the youngest heavyweight champion in history. Meanwhile, Paul has built a controversial but profitable career by merging the worlds of fame and fighting, taking on retired MMA fighters and former champions.

Critics, including promoters such as Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren, claim that the match is a "freak show" and undermines the honor of boxing. They believe it focuses more on entertainment and making money rather than on skill and the sport's history.

Some people, on the other hand, view Paul’s entry into the sport as a fascinating combination of entertainment and physical skill, generating interest in boxing that hasn’t been experienced in a long time.

What are your thoughts? Do you consider the fight between Paul and Tyson to be an embarrassment to the legacy of boxing, or is it just the newest development in a sport eager to stay relevant in today's world?

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