It’s news that has taken the boxing world by storm. And it’s not just about the fight itself. It’s the repercussions that worry many. Jake Paul will face Gervonta Davis. Period. On November 14, at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena, the WBA lightweight champion and the 14th-ranked contender will square off in a ten-round exhibition. Since the news broke, uproar has followed.

Even for an exhibition, the idea seems unfathomable. An unbeaten 135-pounder against a YouTuber-turned-boxer, whose last two bouts came against former heavyweight and cruiserweight champions, is a matchup few can digest. The noise now spills far beyond the safe confines of the ring. Former UFC two-weight champion Daniel Cormier weighed in on the fight during the latest episode of his podcast. His monologue not only broke

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