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Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson makes history as most-streamed global sporting event ever

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Nov 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, UNITED STATES; Mike Tyson (black gloves) fights Jake Paul (silver gloves) at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

The boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson that was seen on Netflix Friday night made streaming history. On Tuesday, Netflix announced that that fight had over 108 million live global viewers making it the most-streamed global sporting event of all time. It was also announced that the fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano is the most-watched professional women’s sports event in US history with an estimated 74 million live viewers globally.

The fight between Paul and Tyson went eight rounds, and Paul won by unanimous decision. It was sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

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Tyson, 58, competed in his first professional boxing match since June of 2005 when he lost to Kevin McBride. He now has a 50-7 record.

After the fight, Tyson went to social media to show his appreciation for getting back in the ring. “This is one of those situations when you lost but still won,” Tyson wrote on social media. “I’m grateful for last night. No regrets to get in ring one last time. I almost died in June. Had 8 blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won.

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul comment on historic fight

“To have my children see me stand toe to toe and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy stadium is an experience that no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”

Paul, 27, has won his last five boxing matches after losing to Tommy Fury in February 2023 and now has an 11-1 record. Tyson is the most accomplished boxer Paul has faced in his young career, and Paul showed his appreciation to the former undisputed heavyweight champion.

“Thank you to every fighter on the card last night, thank u Netflix, thank u Jerry Jones, thank u to my MVP team, thank u to the legend Mike Tyson for giving me a chance to share the ring with him, thank u to my family and close circle of friends..and above all, thank you God,” he wrote.