Jake Paul defeats Mike Tyson in controversial fight with big paydays for both

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Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in a controversial fight streamed on Netflix. This marked Tyson's first professional bout since 2005, with 70,000 fans in attendance at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. Jake Paul is set to earn $40 million from the fight, while Mike Tyson's earnings are estimated at $20 million. Tyson stated that the fight will not significantly impact his finances. Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn noted that the fight is subscription-based on Netflix, which could lead to substantial viewership. He suggested Tyson's earnings might be around $10 million, highlighting Tyson's financial struggles despite his past earnings.


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