Votes: Should controversial Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight go ahead? Join the independent debate

The boxing world is abuzz as Jake Paul prepares to face Mike Tyson on Friday.

The fight, which is broadcast live on Netflix, is already being called one of the most controversial fights in recent years.

Tyson, who will be 58 on fight night on Friday, remains a legendary figure as the youngest heavyweight champion ever. Paul, on the other hand, has carved out a divisive but lucrative career mixing celebrity and fighting, challenging retired MMA fighters and former champions.

Critics, including promoters such as Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren, claim the fight is a “freak show” and a threat to boxing’s dignity, prioritizing spectacle and profit over merit and legacy.

Others, however, see Paul’s foray into the sport as an exciting mix of entertainment and athleticism, generating attention the likes of which mainstream boxing hasn’t seen in years.

So what do you think? Is Paul vs. Is the Tyson fight a disgrace to boxing history, or just the latest development in a sport hungry for modern relevance?

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