Jake Paul is gearing up for a highly anticipated face-off against former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in a live boxing event set to be livestreamed on Netflix.
Scheduled to unfold on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, the bout promises excitement for all Netflix subscribers. The collaboration between Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), led by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, brings this event to life. While additional details, including the co-main event and undercards, are yet to be unveiled, the partnership is already generating buzz.
This won't be the first time Jake Paul and Mike Tyson share the boxing stage. In 2020, Paul featured in the co-main event during Tyson's comeback exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. – Tyson's first bout since 2006. Paul's victory over former NBA player Nate Robinson via second-round knockout garnered viral attention.
Since his debut in January 2020, Jake Paul has built an impressive professional record of 9 wins, 1 loss, and 6 knockouts. His recent triumph via TKO against Ryan Bourland on March 2 adds to the momentum. Meanwhile, Tyson boasts a pro record of 50 wins, 6 losses, and a remarkable 44 knockouts.
Reflecting on his journey, Jake Paul expressed disbelief at going viral in his second pro fight and now, less than four years later, stepping up to face Tyson. The magnitude of the event, taking place in the largest NFL stadium in the US and broadcast live on Netflix, signifies the rapid achievements of MVP. Whether viewers tune in on Netflix or witness the action in person, the clash between Team Paul and Team Tyson is poised to be unforgettable.
Tyson, looking forward to the bout, acknowledges Paul's growth as a boxer and anticipates an exciting match. The full-circle moment, from starting Paul's boxing journey on the undercard of Tyson's fight with Roy Jones to planning to finish him, adds an extra layer of intrigue.
Legal representation for Most Valuable Promotions and Jake Paul was provided by Michael B. Abramson of Solomon Ward, while Tyson was represented by Andrew Ruf at Paradigm.
Netflix's venture into live sports continues with this event, following recent broadcasts 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" starting in 2025, solidifying its presence in the dynamic world of sports entertainment.
