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Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Boxing World Divided Over Upcoming Fight

As Mike Tyson prepares for his return to the ring against Jake Paul, concerns about age and sportsmanship dominate discussions.

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In this composite image a comparison between Former Boxer Mike Tyson (L) and Jake Paul (R). Tyson and Paul face in July 2024 exhibition fight. ***LEFT IMAGE*** RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - FEBRUARY 26: Former Boxer Mike Tyson looks on prior to the Cruiserweight Title fight between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury at the Diriyah Arena on February 26, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Francois Nel/Getty Images) ***RIGHT IMAGE*** GLENDALE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 29: Jake Paul takes the ring for his cruiserweight bout against Anderson Silva of Brazil at Desert Diamond Arena on October 29, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The highly anticipated fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is set for July 20, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, raising questions about the ethics of the match due to Tyson's age.
  • Shaquille O'Neal and other public figures express doubts about the fight's morality, questioning whether victory against a 57-year-old Tyson would be a genuine achievement for Paul.
  • Tyson Fury, among others, defends the fight as beneficial for boxing, citing the potential to attract new fans to the sport despite the age and experience disparity.
  • Concerns over Mike Tyson's health and the risk of brain damage at his age are raised, though his trainer Rafael Cordeiro remains confident in Tyson's ability.
  • The fight, which will be streamed on Netflix, is expected to draw significant attention and revenue, highlighting the evolving landscape of professional boxing.