Conor McGregor and Drake lose £7.1 million on Tyson vs Paul fight in Texas

Conor McGregor and Drake lost a combined £7.1 million ($9 million) after betting on Mike Tyson to win against Jake Paul. Paul won the fight by unanimous decision in Texas, showcasing a strong performance against the 58-year-old Tyson. The event set a record for the highest-grossing combat sport event in Texas, with gate revenue exceeding £14 million ($17.8 million) and over 70,000 fans in attendance. Despite the odds favoring Paul, Drake placed a significant bet on Tyson. McGregor made a larger bet that included a fight on Sunday, which could have earned him around $8 million. Tyson, returning to the ring after a long hiatus, hinted at the possibility of future fights.