This Friday, November 15, Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) will take on his biggest challenge to date when he faces boxing legend Mike Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The event could be the biggest in boxing in terms of views, attendance and gate sales.
Whatever your opinion of Jake Paul, one thing that is undeniable is that he is a marketing genius. The Youtuber turned boxer now holds one of the biggest stages to showcase his talents, Netflix.
A streaming service with a global reach in more than 190 countries and an estimated 270 million paid subscribers. Jake Paul and co-promoter Nakisa Bidarian of Most Valuable Promotions also aim to break the US indoor boxing attendance record set by Canelo Alvarez and Billy Joe Sanders at 73,126.
The record was set at this stage in May 2021. If Jake can produce the numbers he is aiming for, it will be a truly amazing success. He already made history with a $2 million fan experience package that was sold out recently. The ticket was purchased by TorkLaw, a national personal injury law firm.
The 3 day package includes the following:
1. Exclusive Ringside Access:
- (2) Ringside Apron Seats and (4) Ringside Row 1 Seats
- Post-Fight In-Ring Experience with Photo Opportunities
2. Unparalleled VIP Experiences:
- Position on stage during the Ceremonial Weigh-in
- Boxing gloves autographed by Jake Paul and Mike Tyson (1 glove per seat) or VIP Lounge Access at the Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory for Weigh-ins and Press Conference, complete with premium food and beverage service.
3. Meet and Greet with Legends:
- Pre-Fight Locker Room Visit with Jake Paul and Mike Tyson for two guests, including a photo opportunity
- Post-Weigh-In Meet & Greet with Jake Paul, Mike Tyson, and other professional fighters
4. Transportation and Luxury Accommodation:
- Private VIP entrance to all events
- Two-night luxury stay at the Loews Arlington Hotel
- VIP Green private room at Fight Night with an open bar and all inclusive menu
- Dedicated host/concierge and personal security escort for the duration of the event
A fan package of 2 million dollars to a Jake Paul fight is truly remarkable. The event itself will have some fun matches, but none more so than the long-awaited rematch between two of the best female boxers in the world, Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.
The two had an epic match at Madison Square Garden, where Taylor won by split decision. The long-awaited clash will be presented as the co-main event and should be the highlight of the night, waiting for its big as the first. There are different views on the main event.
Some believe that a 58-year-old legend should not enter the ring with a 27-year-old. The great Bernard Hopkins boxed competitively until the age of 51 when he retired. In his last match against Joe Smith, he had initially decided that it would be his last match and he would retire regardless of the outcome. He tasted defeat bitterly due to a KO in the 8th round.
Will Tyson suffer a similar fate? Or will he score some himself? The unpredictability of the match may be the reason so many want to tune in.
