The upcoming boxing match between former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and social media influencer turned boxer Jake Paul is causing quite a stir. The event, set to take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, has already generated a significant amount of interest from both fans and bettors alike. Scheduled for July 20 and to be streamed globally on Netflix, this match is expected to be one of the most heavily bet on boxing events of the year.
Details of the Fight
Tyson, who will be 58 at the time of the bout, last fought professionally in 2005. The match will be sanctioned as a professional fight and will consist of 8 rounds, each lasting two minutes. Additionally, the event will feature other notable matchups including lightweight world champion Katie Taylor vs. boxing trailblazer Amanda Serrano. With high expectations for this event, it is not surprising that more than 121,000 fans have already signed up for presale access.
In an effort to make this event truly memorable, Most Valuable Promotions, the company co-owned by Jake Paul, is offering a one-of-a-kind $2 million VIP package. This exclusive deal includes ringside seats, first-row floor seats, a pre-fight locker room photo opportunity, gloves signed by both fighters, and luxury penthouse accommodations. With such extravagant offerings, the company aims to bring awareness and exposure to boxing like never before.
For those unable to afford the VIP package, secondary market sites like Gametime have released ticket prices for the event. Currently, tickets are available for as low as $357, with ringside seats selling for $8,067 each. Betting interest in the fight has also seen a significant increase, with BetMGM already accepting wagers. While Jake Paul is currently favored to win, 70% of the betting money is on Tyson, making this match a hot betting topic.
The financial terms of the fight and what Netflix will receive from it have not been disclosed. However, Netflix will make the bout available to all subscribers at no additional cost. Both Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are expected to earn eight-figure paychecks from the event, showcasing the magnitude and appeal of this matchup. With hopes of becoming the most viewed streaming event in U.S. sports history, the Tyson-Paul fight is set to captivate audiences worldwide.
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