Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Sets Record-Breaking $18.1M Gate at AT&T Stadium

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson made history by breaking a significant record at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday. The event, which drew a massive crowd of 72,300 fans, generated a staggering $18,117,072 in revenue—setting a new record for boxing and mixed martial arts events held outside Las Vegas. This unprecedented feat has solidified the event’s place in combat sports history.

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Alongside the main event, the co-featured rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano also captured the spotlight. In what some are calling a controversial decision, Taylor defeated Serrano once again, marking her second victory over the Puerto Rican fighter. Meanwhile, Jake Paul faced off against the legendary Tyson in a modified eight-round fight, securing a unanimous decision over the 58-year-old boxing icon.

What made this event even more extraordinary was the fact that the $18.1M gate revenue more than doubled the previous non-Vegas record set during the 2021 Canelo Alvarez vs. Billy Joe Saunders bout, which earned $9 million. Paul and Tyson’s showdown not only redefined what’s possible outside of Las Vegas, but it also solidified the growing influence of the athletes involved and the new wave of boxing promoters.

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Despite some technical issues with streaming for viewers watching the fight via Netflix, the event’s impact was undeniable. The controversial fight results were overshadowed by the financial success and the buzz surrounding the event. All eyes were on the figures that matter most, and the numbers were more than impressive.

"Paul vs. Tyson and Taylor vs. Serrano 2 rewrote the record books, solidifying Most Valuable Promotions as a trailblazer in combat sports," said Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions, in a statement following the event. "From setting the highest gate outside of Las Vegas in U.S. history for a combat sports event to becoming the most streamed sporting event in U.S. history, this event is a testament to the global impact of Jake Paul, Mike Tyson, Katie Taylor, Amanda Serrano, and the incredible athletes on this card."

In addition to the monumental gate revenue, the event became the most-bet boxing match for sportsbooks across the country. Interestingly, despite Paul’s victory, Tyson was favored by a large portion of the betting community, underscoring the public’s interest in this historic matchup.

The event not only shattered records but also demonstrated the global reach of combat sports, proving that Jake Paul, Mike Tyson, Katie Taylor, and Amanda Serrano are driving a new era for the sport. Whether you were in the stadium or watching from home, it’s clear that the event will go down as one of the most significant moments in recent boxing history.

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