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The highly anticipated Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match took center stage Friday night at AT&T Stadium. While the fight didn’t quite meet fan expectations, it still managed to spark massive buzz—both in the arena and online.
Streaming Drama:
The fight wasn’t a traditional pay-per-view event. Instead, fans tuned in through Netflix, which streamed the event as part of its subscription service. While the lower cost thrilled many, complaints about buffering issues during the livestream created a stir on social media.
The Money Talk:
Exact figures remain undisclosed, but reports suggest Jake Paul walked away with a staggering $40 million, while boxing legend Mike Tyson earned $20 million. These numbers place the event in the league of other high-profile fights, despite both fighters being out of their prime.
Jake Paul even referenced his $40 million payday during a pre-fight press conference, saying, “I’m here to make $40 million and knock out a legend.”
Historical Comparison:
For perspective, the 2017 Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor fight brought in payouts of $100 million and $30 million for Mayweather and McGregor, respectively—though both were active fighters at the time.
Conclusion:
Though the fight didn’t deliver the action some fans hoped for, it reinforced the massive financial appeal of marquee boxing matchups, even in unconventional formats.
Stay tuned for more updates as reactions pour in from the boxing world!