Jake Paul and Mike Tyson Split a Record-Breaking $60 Million in their Exhibition Match
The highly anticipated exhibition match between YouTuber Jake Paul and boxing legend Mike Tyson ended in a stunning financial success, with both fighters walking away with significant paydays.
Jake Paul, 27, emerged victorious, securing a unanimous decision win over Tyson with all three judges scoring the contest in his favor. His impressive performance earned him a whopping $40 million, while Tyson took home a respectable $20 million for his efforts.
Paul’s impressive display in the ring was matched by his promotional efforts, as he played a key role in promoting the event through his Most Valuable Promotions company in collaboration with Netflix. The event drew an impressive 70,000 fans, generating a record-breaking $17.8 million in gate receipts.
While Tyson’s $20 million purse may seem modest compared to his impressive career earnings of $400 million, it marks a significant payday for the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion, who hadn’t fought professionally in nearly two decades. For perspective, Tyson earned a record-breaking $20 million in his 1988 match against Michael Spinks, equivalent to roughly $53 million in today’s value.
This event drew comparisons to the highly publicized 2017 matchup between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor, which generated earnings of $100 million and $30 million for the respective fighters.
Jake Paul’s net worth currently stands at $80 million, and he continues to build on his undefeated record against prominent opponents.
