YouTube sensation Jake Paul claimed a historic victory over former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated fight at AT&T Stadium, witnessed by nearly 70,000 fans and millions streaming live on Netflix.
The eight-round bout, billed as a clash between generations, ended with the 27-year-old social media star securing a unanimous decision over the 58-year-old boxing legend. The fight marked Tyson’s first professional match since 2005, leaving his career record at 50-7.
Paul, who entered the ring as the favorite, lived up to expectations, but the true winners may be the fighters’ bank accounts. Tyson is set to earn $20 million, while Paul will pocket an impressive $40 million from the event.
The fight served as the headline for Netflix’s first live sporting broadcast, concluding an evening of thrilling undercard bouts. The main card opened with Neeraj Goyat defeating Whindersson Nunes in a super middleweight contest. This was followed by a welterweight showdown between Mario Barrios and Abel Ramos, which ended in a split draw, allowing Barrios to retain his WBC title.
In the co-main event, Katie Taylor avenged her earlier loss to Amanda Serrano with a decisive victory in their rematch, capping an electrifying night of boxing.
The Paul vs. Tyson matchup, which began with an unconventional buildup, proved to be a spectacle for fans and a financial success for all involved.
