Jake Paul defeats Mike Tyson in record-breaking betting event
Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in a fight that set new betting records. The event, held at AT&T Stadium in Texas, attracted more wagers than any previous boxing or mixed martial arts match in BetMGM's history. The fight drew significant interest from both older fans nostalgic for Tyson and younger fans supporting Paul. BetMGM reported three times the number of bets and four times the money compared to any prior combat sports event. Most bets were on Tyson to win, despite Paul being the favorite. The high volume of wagers was comparable to major NFL games, highlighting the fight's broad appeal across different demographics.