Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Match Sets Betting and Streaming Records

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent

The highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson shattered records across sportsbooks and streaming platforms, drawing unprecedented attention to the world of combat sports. Held Nov. 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the event was a commercial success despite the underwhelming performance inside the ring.

According to BetMGM, the fight attracted more bets and more money than any other boxing or MMA event in the sportsbook’s nearly seven-year history. The company reported that the Tyson-Paul fight generated four times as much money as any previous combat sports event, highlighting its massive appeal. ESPN BET also declared the bout its most-wagered combat sports event, with more than twice the handle of its biggest MMA event since launching in November 2023.

“It was unbelievable for business,” said John Murray, executive director of the Westgate SuperBook in Las Vegas. “Casino was packed. Bets flying in all day. I was stunned.”

Over 70,000 fans filled the Dallas Cowboys’ home stadium, while millions tuned in via Netflix to witness the clash between Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer, and Tyson, the legendary heavyweight stepping back into the ring after nearly two decades. Netflix reported a staggering 60 million households tuned in, peaking at 65 million concurrent streams. The platform described the event as a “mega-event,” citing record-breaking viewership and significant social media buzz.