Netflix reported that 60 million households watched the highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, with a peak of 65 million streams. The match, which Paul won, was streamed live on the platform, marking a major achievement for digital sports broadcasting.
In addition to the main event, the co-main event featuring Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano also attracted a lot of attention. Netflix suggested that this could be the most-watched women’s sports event in U.S. history. The fight was expected to bring a huge audience, and it certainly lived up to those expectations.
However, the live-streaming event faced some technical difficulties. Over 90,000 users reported issues at the peak of the broadcast, causing frustration among viewers. The platform experienced a six-hour outage in the U.S. before it was restored. This disruption affected many fans who were eager to watch the event live.
Despite the technical challenges, the overall success of the broadcast showed the growing popularity of sports streaming platforms like Netflix. The huge viewership numbers for both the men’s and women’s matches demonstrate the increasing demand for live sports content online.
However, the streaming service will likely need to address these technical issues in future broadcasts to ensure smooth viewing experiences for its audience.
