Netflix is venturing into live sports with a major event featuring a fight between YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The fight, set for July 20th at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, will be streamed live on Netflix. This move marks Netflix’s expansion into sports beyond documentaries, with a focus on live events like golf and tennis. The event, organized in partnership with Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions, is a significant step for Netflix in the sports entertainment arena, offering subscribers exclusive access to the fight while also selling tickets for the 80,000-seat stadium.
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