The upcoming bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, set to take place on July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, has generated significant buzz among boxing fans and bettors alike. With the fight being streamed globally on Netflix, fans are eagerly anticipating witnessing the former heavyweight champion Tyson, at 58 years old, take on the 27-year old social media influencer turned boxer, Paul. This professional 8-round bout, sanctioned by the authorities, is poised to be one of the most heavily bet-on boxing matches of the year. Tyson’s last professional fight was in 2005, while his last exhibition match was in 2020.
In addition to the main event featuring Tyson and Paul, the event will showcase a high-profile undercard bout between lightweight world champion Katie Taylor and unified featherweight champion Amanda Serrano. The two talented female boxers made history by headlining the first-ever sold-out women’s boxing event at Madison Square Garden, setting the stage for yet another thrilling showdown.
Most Valuable Promotions, the company co-owned by Jake Paul that is spearheading the event, has announced a groundbreaking $2 million VIP package for fans looking to experience the fight in a lavish manner. The package includes two ringside seats, a unique opportunity to have a pre-fight locker room photo with both fighters, gloves signed by Tyson and Paul, and luxury penthouse accommodations at the fighters’ hotel. This exclusive offer aims to elevate the spectator experience and bring a new level of luxury to the world of boxing events.
For those unable to secure the $2 million VIP package, secondary market sites like Gametime are offering tickets to the event at varying price points. Currently, the lowest-cost tickets are priced at $357 each, with ringside seats commanding a premium price of $8,067 each. As excitement around the fight continues to build, gambling interest has also surged, with BetMGM already accepting bets on the bout. While Jake Paul is currently favored to win, 70% of the betting money is being placed on Tyson, indicating a strong belief in the former champion’s ability to emerge victorious.
Despite the financial terms of the fight and Netflix’s involvement remaining undisclosed, both Tyson and Paul are expected to earn eight-figure paychecks for their participation. Most Valuable Promotions envisions the bout becoming the most-watched streaming sports event in the United States, as the streaming giant continues to expand its presence in the world of sports entertainment. With widespread interest and anticipation surrounding the fight, boxing enthusiasts and casual sports fans alike are eagerly awaiting the spectacle that Tyson and Paul are set to deliver in the ring.