The return of Mike Tyson to the ring and Jake Paul's victory marked a milestone in the world of sporting events and live broadcasting. Jake expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to face a legend like Tyson, while Tyson appeared excited to be back in the ring at the age of 58: "I am grateful for what happened last night. This is a dream come true."
The event was streamed live on Netflix, a platform that was experimenting for the first time with this type of broadcasts. According to reports, over 60 million subscribers tuned into the main fight from AT&T Stadium in Texas, marking a resounding success for the company. An additional 50 million households enjoyed the fight between female boxers Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, making it one of the most-watched women's sporting events in the history of the United States.
Despite the great success in viewership, the event was not without technical problems, with 85 thousand reports of transmission failures, which generated frustration on some social media. This incident, however, did not overshadow the magnitude of the evening and the digital interaction it generated.
The impact of this event on Netflix opens new possibilities for the platform in sports streaming, although it also highlights the challenges it will face in the future. It has been revealed that the brand plans to stream WWE events and various NFL games in the coming months, marking a path of expansion in this area. Tyson, for his part, felt proud of his participation: "I faced major health challenges this year, but I made it here, and I am proud. I do not regret stepping into the ring one last time."
