Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight sets record for combat sports betting in Las Vegas

Jake Paul’s recent victory over Mike Tyson has set a record for betting on a combat sports event. BetMGM reported that the fight attracted three times the number of bets and four times the money compared to any previous event in its history. The fight, held at AT&T Stadium in Texas, generated significant interest across different age groups. Many older fans remembered Tyson's prime, while younger fans supported Paul, leading to a diverse betting demographic. Most bets placed at BetMGM were on Tyson to win, despite Paul being the favorite. The outcome favored the sportsbook, as 67% of tickets and 53% of the money were on Tyson.