Netflix enters the ring with its first-ever live boxing event this summer! On Thursday, the streaming service announced a showstopping match-up. YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul will square off against boxing great Mike Tyson in a unique event for the platform. Fans can watch it live on July 20th at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, or catch the fight streaming live on their screens.
The fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson has been brewing for a while. Last fall, news broke that Netflix was exploring live boxing events, and this intriguing matchup resulted from a partnership with Paul’s own promotions company, Most Valuable Promotions. For fans wanting the electric atmosphere of a live fight, presale tickets are available on the MVP website (details on pricing haven’t been released yet).
Pumped to face the legend, Jake Paul (27) commented on the opportunity to enter the ring with Tyson. “I’m taking a big step up to challenge Tyson myself,” he stated. “This is my chance to see if I can measure up to one of boxing’s most iconic and intimidating figures.”
Sharing in the excitement, Mike Tyson (57) described the fight as a unique encounter. “Paul’s boxing skills have definitely improved over the years,” Tyson said. “It’ll be interesting to see how a young fighter’s drive and determination clash with the experience and talent of a legend. This is a full-circle moment that will be incredible to witness. After introducing him to boxing on the undercard of my Roy Jones fight, I now plan to end his journey.”
My face hurts just saying, Mike Tyson.
