Mike Tyson and Jake Paul delivered big numbers for Netflix.
Netflix is touting that 60 million households around the world tuned in for the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.
Users online were quick to point out, and make fun of, the fact that the service had buffering issues throughout the night.
60 million households around the world tuned in live to watch Paul vs. Tyson!
— Netflix (@netflix) November 16, 2024
The boxing mega-event dominated social media, shattered records, and even had our buffering systems on the ropes. pic.twitter.com/kA8LjfAJSk
Netflix also touted the success of the co-main event between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, saying that nearly 50 million households globally tuned in live for the fight.
Nearly 50 million households globally tuned in live for the co-main event of Serrano vs. Taylor — the bout is likely to be the most watched professional women's sporting event in U.S. history. pic.twitter.com/t4jEHQrTGa
— Netflix (@netflix) November 16, 2024
Paul was victorious in the main event, winning a comfortable decision. Taylor edged a decision victory over Serrano in the co-main event.
Fans can find Tyson's comments on the fight by clicking here.
