The expected fight between Mike Tyson y Jake Paulwhich was previously classified as one of the most attractive fights of the year, represented a boxing clash with great economic impact. The mega event, which welcomed the return of the retreat of Iron Mike After 20 years of absence, it took place in the AT&T Stadium of Arlington, Texaswith a capacity to receive 80,000 spectators. The presence of one of the greatest sports legends already represents several million dollars for the stock market, which increased significantly thanks to the controversial figure of the YouTuber.
With two characters who move a multitude of people behind their backs, the financial amount left by the appointment was exorbitant. Although tickets to the stadium continued to be sold until the last minute, the broadcast of the fight on Netflix It was a move that had several pros, due to the accessibility that the public had to watch the fight, but the disadvantage was that it led to lower ticket sales than expected. However, media reports CMS News y DraftKings Network, It is estimated that the total amount raised is around USD 80 million.
Although the exact payment for Tyson has not been disclosed, Industry specialists estimate his earnings at approximately $20 million for his participation in this event. During a press conference on August 18, Jake Paul hinted at his own financial incentive by stating: “I’m here to win $40 million and knock out a legend.”
In his glory years, Tyson He earned up to $30 million per fight, adding a total of $400 million in prizes throughout his career. However, his career also includes controversial moments, such as his imprisonment for rape in 1992 and the infamous incident in 1997 in which he bit the ear of Evander Holyfield. Despite his disqualification, he managed to retain a considerable portion of his combat income, as only $3 million was taken from his purse, which was around $29 million.
For its part, Jake Paul He combines his boxing career with his role as an influencer on networks, which has ensured him a large audience and a considerable net worth estimated at $80 million. Through his social influence and his co-founding of Most Valuable PromotionsPaul has managed to establish an effective promotion model that fuses entertainment and sports. Named as “The Golden Rooster” by fans in Puerto Rico, his rapid rise has demonstrated a particular sense for showmanship, a characteristic that remains constant throughout his in-ring career.
And that happens because the YouTuber’s emergence into boxing occurred at a key moment in the history of the sport, in which the box office was at one of the lowest peaks in its history. With innovation when organizing fights, added to its alliance with Nakisa Bidarian (renowned UFC fight promoter), Paul’s “villain” character caused a sensation among the public. Some of his fights raised more than 800 thousand dollars for pay per event (PPV), as was the case in his duel against Tommy Fury.
Beyond the standard event tickets at the AT&T Stadiumwhich ranged from $69 for upper-tier seats at StubHub to $32,392 for floor seats at Vividseats, access options also included VIP packages with prices ranging from $5,000 to $25,000. The exclusive experience called MVP Owner’s Experience It is valued at 2 million dollars.
The confrontation between these two characters stood out not only for its economic impact, but also for the story that each one brought to the ring. Tyson, with his boxing legacy, returned to the ring at the age of 58, while Paul, with his innovative approach, is determined to make a mark on the boxing world through his charisma and promotional skills.
