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Netflix is reporting a knockout in terms of views for its mega-fight between “Iron” Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, which took place live last Friday (November 15). Despite some technical issues experienced by some users, Netflix shared viewing numbers for the event via a press release and boasted over 108 million live viewers from around the world.
The Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight had its fair share of critics ahead of the bout and Netflix took a lot of the blame but once the ship righted itself, things were smooth even if the main event didn’t go the way many hoped. That said, TVision, which captures viewership data and related insights, reported that 56% of all television viewers in the United States tuned in for the main event.
Netflix also highlighted an early contender for Fight of the Year with Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano running it back a second time with Taylor, the reigning WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, and IBO light-welterweight champion. The bout was brutal with Serrano, a Puerto Rican fighter raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., outpunching Taylor and doing so with a nasty eye injury but ultimately losing in a controversial decision.
To get into the weeds of the numbers, Tyson and Paul captured an estimated average minute audience (AMA) of around 108 million live viewers from around the world, and those eyes stayed on the streaming service through the weekend with over 125 million estimated AMA.
In comparison, the Taylor-Serrano fight averaged around 74 million live viewers around the world and is reportedly the most-watched professional women’s sporting event in United States history. In addition, in the States, their fight garnered 47 million AMA.
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The fight was the top title on Netflix with 46.6 million viewers last weekend. It was also the top-rated title in 78 countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Mexico, Italy, and South Africa, among other countries. The fight was also a top 10 title in 91 countries worldwide for the week of November 11-17.
According to Joe Hand Promotions, an estimated 1 million viewers watched the event across 6,000 bars in the United States, which stands as a record for commercial distribution of a combat sports event in the company’s history. And on social media, the fight dominated the top 10 trending topic slots due to the technical issues and the fight itself.
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Mike Tyson and Jake Paul entered the ring at AT&T Stadium on Friday (November 15) with tons of hype, pre-fight shenanigans, and a healthy undercard of exciting fights that streamed live on Netflix. With the main event concluded, Jake Paul emerged victorious but Mike Tyson didn’t exactly provide much resistance from the vantage point of boxing fans.
Mike Tyson, 58, and Jake Paul, 27, came into the ring with a lot of fanfare. In the early goings, the age difference didn’t appear to be a factor, with Iron Mike showing flashes of the brilliance from his heyday. Paul, as many have noted, has some actual skill and good footwork, using slick jabs and looping hooks that kept Tyson reacting.
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Tyson tagged Paul with a couple of strong hooks and peppered him with a stinging jab but the YouTube star still managed to press the action for the most part. In the later rounds, fatigue seemingly set in for both fighters with Paul visibly breathing with his mouth open and his jab all but disappearing until the final seconds of the two-minute rounds.
Again, we should stress that there is a 31-year age gap between these two fighters but Tyson didn’t get mopped and even tagged Paul with some heavier shots that, if he were 31 years younger, would’ve had more pepper in them. It appeared that neither fighter was willing to go out on their shield and stuck to conservative game plans.
Near the conclusion of the eight-round match, Paul honored Tyson by bowing to him and the pair showed respect for one another during an embrace in the center of the ring. Paul could be seen saying words to an attentive Tyson, with both men bearing the look of exhaustion.
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On X, formerly Twitter, fight fans are voicing their opinions about the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul match, which improves Paul’s record to 11-1 and Tyson to 50-7.
We’ve got reactions below.
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Netflix is most likely the most watched streaming service in the world right now due to the upcoming super fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul from the AT&T Stadium in Texas. However, viewers on the X platform say Netflix has to get its servers together after heavy complaints of buffering on the social media website.
Netflix, which has done live events in the past, snagged one of the top sports gets this year with the Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight. The decision to air the bout live isn’t outside the streamer’s wheelhouse but on Friday (November 15), it was clear that the service probably didn’t factor in the load it would put on the backend.
A quick scan of X shows users complaining that their screens have stopped moving, the clarity of the images is inadequate, the audio sounds choppy, and largely everything looks as if it’s running on a dial-up modem.
Boxing legends Evander Holyfield, Lennox Lewis, Cedric The Entertainer, and Rosie Perez are among the several stars in the building offering commentary and feedback on the fight, with Lewis saying that Paul is going to be running scared once he eyes Tyson across from him.
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We’re in the middle of watching the bout between Katie Taylor (23-1) versus Amanda Serrano (47-2-1) and so far, we’re not having the same issues. Sadly, that isn’t the case for some and we’ve got some of those reactions regarding Netflix and its buffering service below.
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Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will be locking horns in the squared circle Friday night (November 15) in a bout that will draw plenty of views as the former heavyweight champion takes on a much younger fighter. During the mandatory faceoff for photo opportunities, Mike Tyson gave Jake Paul a little smack on the cheek to let him know what will be in store for tonight.
Mike Tyson and Jake Paul were in Texas at the weigh-in ahead of their super fight bout that will be held at the AT&T Stadium, which will air live on Netflix. As custom for most combat sporting events, Tyson and Paul greeted each other in the stare-down segment after the weigh-in with all the theatrics fighters used to intimidate or size up their opponents.
In a video clip that has since gone viral, Paul rushed Tyson and crowded his space, prompting Iron Mike to unleash five fingers to the face in yet another slap heard around the world. The pair were quickly separated with a smiling Paul mocking Tyson at the moment.
According to a report from ESPN, a Tyson insider claims that Paul stepped on Tyson’s foot during the faceoff and had enough of the trash talk with the footstepping being a final straw.
For what it’s worth, Tyson, 58, weighed in at a fit 233 pounds with Paul, 27, weighing in at 220. To date, this is the largest gap in age between two fighters in professional boxing history.
Tyson, who boasts a record of 50-6 with 44 knockouts, has not fought professionally in 19 years. Tyson has participated in a pair of exhibition fights, including clashing with Roy Jones Jr. Paul’s last fight came last July with a sixth-round stoppage of Mike Perry by TKO.
The Friday night bout between “Iron” Mike Tyson and Jake Paul kicks off on Netflix at 8 PM EST. Learn more here.
Hop to the 1:03-minute mark to see the moment in question.
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KITH is partnering up with Mike Tyson for something special. The brand is releasing a t-shirt in honor of the iconic pigeon meme.
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As spotted on Hype Beast the New York City based label is taking one of the culture’s beloved photographs and turning it into a streetwear piece. This top features the classic photo of the Brooklyn, New York native holding a pigeon in each hand. Originally shot in 1985 by Manny Milan for Sports Illustrated Magazine the visual appears to capture Mike Tyson attempting to make the two birds kiss. Given the former the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world speaks with a very noticeable lisp, the photograph has always been referred to as a “kith”.
Years later the clothing company is capitalizing on it via a t-shirt called “Now Kith.” The KITH for Mike Tyson Vintage Tee is made from 230GSM vintage-washed cotton and features a ribbed neckline with the artwork of Iron Mike on the front. It is available in two colors, black and white. To promote the drop Mike Tyson stars in the promotional campaign for the release and is seen wearing the t-shirt proudly.
This month Mike Tyson is set to box Jake Paul on Nov. 15 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The fight will be exclusively streamed on Netflix. You can shop the KITH for Mike Tyson Vintage Tee starting today via the KITH Monday Program here.
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One of the most anticipated sporting events of the year is almost here. Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson fight.
As spotted on Variety Magazine the streaming platform has kicked off their promotional efforts for the main event. The almost two-minute clip opens up with a panoramic external shot of AT&T Stadium then quickly cuts two both fighters in the ring. Both Jake Paul and Mike Tyson look very focused as they await the first bell. From there we get some footage of each fighter’s past bouts including Paul’s dismantling of Nate Diaz and Iron Mike’s signature right hook that forced Michael Spinks to lean back. The trailer ends with both brawlers finally meeting at the middle of the ring ready to swing on each other.
Announced on March 7, the bout was originally scheduled for July 20 but was postponed due to Tyson suffering an ulcer problem while traveling. The former heavyweight champion of the world confirmed that this bout will actually be an exhibition match thus the results would not impact their respective professional records. This is not the first time the two would appear at the same event. When Mike Tyson fought Roy Jones Jr. back in 2020, Jake Paul defeated Nate Robinson on the undercard.
The Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson fight will stream on Netflix on November 15 at 8 PM EST / 5PM PST. You can see the official trailer below.
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Early last week, it was reported that the highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul had been derailed after Mike Tyson’s ulcer suddenly flared up, and while fans were disappointed in the news, the fight is still scheduled to go down just not on July 20 as originally planned.
According to ESPN, the big fight between boxing legend Mike Tyson and YouTuber-turned fighter, Jake Paul has been rescheduled to Nov. 15 at AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The new date will land right as the NFL season is underway so the new date will become a “Friday Night Fight” affair as the Dallas Cowboys have a game Monday night (Nov. 18) and would need the weekend to properly set up the field for their game against their rival Houston Texans.
Aside from the highly anticipated big fight between Iron Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, the night will also feature the big rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano for Taylor’s Undisputed Super Lightweight Championship. All in all, it should be a good night for boxing enthusiasts all around.
“Our team has worked diligently with all parties involved to reschedule this monumental fight to a date that ensures both Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are fully prepared, with equal training time, as well as allowing us to keep the event at AT&T stadium in the midst of the Cowboys season,” said Nakisa Bidarian, Most Valuable Promotions co-founder, in a statement. “We appreciate the outstanding dedication, collaboration, and flexibility of our partners at Netflix and AT&T Stadium. Paul vs. Tyson is the most cross generational sporting event in history, and we are committed to providing fans worldwide with this unforgettable night of boxing, live globally on Netflix. We look forward to seeing everyone on Friday, November 15 for a showdown that will be talked about for generations to come.”
Well, at least it’s still happening. For a minute there it seemed like the entire event was in danger of being canceled altogether after Mike Tyson’s health scare.
What do y’all think of Mike Tyson’s big fight with Jake Paul. Does the soon to be 58-year-old boxing legend have a chance against his 27-year-old opponent? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Fans will have to wait to see if Iron Mike Tyson is able to beat the brakes off Jake Paul. Due to the former’s recent medical scare on a flight, their bout scheduled for July has been postponed.
The fight was originally scheduled for July 20 in AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys, and was to stream live on Netflix. However, on Saturday, June 1, Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions announced that the bout was being postponed.
Apparently, Tyson’s medical emergency was due to an ulcer flaring up. Since he will be unable to fully train for several weeks, both boxers agreed to push the fight back out of fairness. A new date for the match will be shared on Friday, June 7th.
“I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to my ulcer flareup, I have been advised by my doctor to lighten my training for a few weeks to rest and recover,” said Tyson in a statement. “My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training schedule soon. Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good. I appreciate everyone’s patience and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable performance later this year.”
Added Paul in his own statement: “I fully support postponing the event so Mike Tyson has no excuses come fight night. My fans know I don’t want to face Iron Mike at anything but his best, but let there be no mistake — when he steps into the ring with me, I will be ready to claim my W with a sensational finish. Paul vs Tyson will be one for the ages, and I promise to bring my best for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup.”
While Jake Paul is 27, Mike Tyson is 57.
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Mike Tyson suffered a health scare while in midair and is now recovering despite having a major boxing event coming in the next few weeks. The former heavyweight world champion suffered an ulcer flare-up and appears to be expected to go forward with his bout with social media star Jake Paul.
As seen on Deadline, Mike Tyson, 57, was on an American Airlines flight from Miami to Los Angeles when the flare-up occurred. As the outlet reports, flight attendants rushed to the boxing legend’s aid and requested the assistance of a doctor on board.
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“He became nauseous and dizzy due to an ulcer flare up 30 minutes before landing, a rep for Tyron said in a statement to media outlets. “He is appreciative to the medical staff that were there to help him” and is now feeling “great”, the rep added.
Flight attendants reached out to passengers to see if a doctor was on board when Tyson revealed he was in intense pain. Paramedics reportedly boarded the plane when it landed to assist Tyson.
Tyson is set to take on Paul, 27, in Arlington, Texas at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium on July 20. Paul has said in interviews that while he respects Tyson, he isn’t going to pull any punches. Tyson promises that the fight isn’t a money grab and that he intends to bring the fight to Paul.
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Iron Mike Tyson is returning to the ring, and pay-per-view won’t be needed since it’s going down on Netflix. The boxing icon will be squaring up with YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul in July, but they held their first press conference on Monday, May 13 in Harlem to promote the fight.
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Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) and Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul (9-1, 6 KOs) came face to face at The Apollo Theater in Harlem for a lighthearted press conference hosted by combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani. The two friends, who have been calling each other out for years, traded relatively tame shots, but Tyson was clear that once they enter that ring, they are not homies. “Once he’s in that ring, he has to fight like his life depends on it, because it will be,” said Iron Mike, who also drew laughs when he admitted he felt terrible and was “sore” from training.
With Mike pushing 60, Paul is no slouch, and is plenty confident. “I’m going to show the world that I can outbox Mike Tyson, prove everyone wrong, and show that I will be the one doing the killing,” said Paul.
Good luck with that.
Paul and Tyson are scheduled to go eight, two-minute round for their pro bout. The fight will be streaming live globally on Netflix on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from the home of the Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Also in attendance was the top tier “undercard” match up of super lightweight world champion Katie Taylor (23-1, 6 KOs) and Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano (46-2-1, 30 KOs), the unified featherweight world champion. In this rematch, Taylor will be defending her undisputed title in a scheduled 10, two-minute rounds.
Check out photos from the event in the gallery.
1. Mike Tyson x Jake Paul Presser
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Katie Taylor, Mike Tyson, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano
2. Mike Tyson x Jake Paul Presser
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Katie Taylor, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano
3. Mike Tyson x Jake Paul Presser
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Mike Tyson, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul
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5. Mike Tyson x Jake Paul Presser
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6. Mike Tyson x Jake Paul Presser
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Mike Tyson, Ariel Helwani, Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul
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Jake “El Gallo de Dorado” Paul, Amanda “The Real Deal” Serrano
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