Internet sensation turned professional boxer Jake Paul is set to step into the ring against former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated boxing match that will be livestreamed on Netflix.
Scheduled for July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, the event promises to be a thrilling showdown for fans worldwide, with Netflix subscribers gaining access to the action-packed bout. While details regarding the co-main event and undercards are yet to be unveiled, the event is being produced in collaboration between Netflix and Paul’s and Nakisa Bidarian’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP).
This won’t be the first time Paul and Tyson share the spotlight on a boxing card. In 2020, Paul made headlines when he knocked out former NBA player Nate Robinson in the second round during an event where Tyson made his return to the ring against Roy Jones Jr. Paul, boasting a professional record of 9 wins, 1 loss, and 6 knockouts since his debut in January 2020, sees this upcoming bout as a significant milestone in his career.
Reflecting on his journey, Paul stated, “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”
The sentiment is echoed by Tyson, who expressed his eagerness to share the ring with Paul once again, stating, “I’m very much looking forward to stepping into the ring with Jake Paul… It’s a full-circle moment that will be beyond thrilling to watch.”
For Netflix, this venture marks another foray into the world of live sports following successful broadcasts of events like “The Netflix Slam” featuring Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz in tennis, and “The Netflix Cup” in golf. Additionally, Netflix is set to become the weekly home of WWE’s “Monday Night Raw” beginning in 2025.
With Paul and Tyson set to deliver an electrifying clash, anticipation is running high as fans prepare for a night of exhilarating boxing action, made available to a global audience through the streaming giant’s platform.
