CM Punk, a Wrestling legend and former fighter in the UFC, gives his support to Jake and Logan Paul.

CM PUNK weighs in on the controversy surrounding the Paul brothers and their place within boxing history.

Since leaving social media, Jake and Logan, YouTuber brothers, have made controversial careers in the ring.

Stephen A. Smith, influential pundit, called his youngest brother Jake a joke on Christmas Eve when he called out Canelo Alvarez, pound-for-pound star.

Punk, a WWE legend and former UFC star, said that he was impressed with the brothers' showmanship in pulling in the viewers.

Cageside Seats was told by him that "if you're making money, then you're technically not doing anything wrong."

"I consider everything entertainment. It's unfortunate that some people confuse being a fighter with being an entertainer. But, when it makes money, it makes sense.

"And what are the Paul brothers doing, I believe for the lack of better terms, it's old-school pro wrestling right?

You could call them crossing over but there are so many similarities between these two businesses. They are a focal point of attention.

People want to see them be knocked out. They are aware of this but they put themselves out there. They are putting their lives on the line.

After Tommy Fury from Britain withdrew from their scheduled fight, Jake scored a win over Tyron Woodley in a knockout.

Logan, an older brother, has faced Floyd Mayweather in the ropes.

Punk acknowledged that he was impressed at the Pauls' hard work - even though they are not to everyone's taste.

He said, "I won't criticise in a negative manner or fashion anybody who walks the walk, anyone who trains their arse off. Because I've done it, and I know what it takes.

"And you put your life on the line, you have to do it, you know?" A lot of times, the sacrifices go unnoticed. It's just what it is.