Netflix Reveals Impressive Viewing Stats for Tyson vs. Paul Fight

Streaming giant Netflix has shared the viewing statistics for the highly anticipated bout between former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson (50-7, 44 KOs) and popular blogger-turned-boxer Jake Paul (11-1, 7 KOs).

According to Netflix, the fight was watched live by 60 million households worldwide, with peak viewership reaching 65 million. This solidified the event’s status as one of the most-watched fights of the year.

The undercard headliner, a clash between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano for the undisputed super lightweight title, drew nearly 50 million households globally. This sets the stage for it potentially becoming the most-watched women’s sporting event in U.S. history.

The AT&T Stadium in Arlington hosted 72,300 fans, setting a new attendance record for a boxing event outside Las Vegas in the United States. Ticket sales for the main event generated over $18 million, doubling the revenue from Saúl Álvarez’s 2021 bout with Billy Joe Saunders, which totaled $9 million.

To recap, on November 15, Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson via unanimous decision. For the 58-year-old Tyson, it marked his first official return to the ring since June 2005. The fight, contested over eight 2-minute rounds, was officially recorded in the boxers' professional records.