Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Sets Viewing Records

The boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson on Netflix attracted a peak of 65 million concurrent viewers, marking a historic event for the platform. Despite the impressive numbers, the livestream was marred by significant technical issues, with over 100,000 viewers reporting buffering and connection problems on Downdetector. The event also featured a co-main fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, which drew nearly 50 million viewers, potentially making it the most-watched women's sporting event in U.S. history. While the viewership numbers rival top sporting events, critics labeled the fight itself as lackluster, with Paul winning by unanimous decision. The event set records for commercial distribution and gate earnings, surpassing $18 million. Netflix's endeavor into live sports aims to enhance its advertising business, following earlier streaming missteps.