Netflix's Jake Paul-Mike Tyson fight attracts 108 million viewers, sets global record

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Netflix's broadcast of the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match attracted 108 million viewers globally, making it the most-watched sporting event ever. It peaked at 65 million live concurrent streams, with 38 million in the U.S. The event also featured a fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, which averaged 74 million viewers, setting a record for women's sports in the U.S. The Paul-Tyson fight had an average minute audience of 125 million. Despite some streaming issues, the event was Netflix's top title for the week, ranking first in 78 countries. It also set a record for commercial viewership in U.S. bars and restaurants, with over 1 million viewers.


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