Jake Paul defeats Mike Tyson in Netflix's live boxing match despite streaming issues

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Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson in a boxing match streamed live on Netflix, attracting 65 million viewers. However, the event faced significant streaming issues, with over 100,000 complaints about buffering and connection problems. The fight, which ended without a knockout, raised questions about its legitimacy, with some fans suggesting it was rigged. Social media reactions included a viral clip from "The Simpsons" featuring a similar boxing scenario. This match marked Netflix's first major live sports event, part of its strategy to enhance live-streaming capabilities. The company aims to improve its advertising business following previous streaming challenges.


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