Terence Crawford beat Canelo Alvarez on Saturday night in Las Vegas. The fight took place at Allegiant Stadium, where a sold-out crowd created a lively atmosphere.
Crawford's win over Alvarez came as a surprise to many. The victory cements Crawford's place among boxing's all-time greats. Most of the fans at the stadium cheered for Alvarez, but Crawford managed to overcome the crowd's support for his opponent.
Netflix streamed the fight live, marking a big step for the company into the world of sports. The streaming giant attracted 41 million viewers for the Crawford-Alvarez bout. This success shows Netflix could become a major player in boxing broadcasts.
"The fight was a massive success for everyone involved," said a spokesperson for the event. "The atmosphere was electric, and the outcome will be talked about for years to come."
While the Crawford-Alvarez fight drew a lot of attention, it turns out another boxer might be an even bigger draw. Jake Paul's recent fight against Mike Tyson pulled in over 123 million viewers on Netflix. That's more than triple the audience for the Crawford-Alvarez match.
Paul's huge viewership numbers, even when compared to established boxers like Alvarez, prove he's a true star in the sport. Fans want to watch Paul fight, regardless of what critics might say about his boxing skills.
"Jake Paul has shown he can attract viewers like no other boxer right now," a boxing analyst commented. "His fight with Tyson blew away expectations."
Netflix's success with both the Crawford-Alvarez and Paul-Tyson fights opens up new possibilities for the company. They've shown they can handle big boxing events and draw in millions of viewers. This could lead to more live sports on the platform in the future.
The Crawford-Alvarez fight will go down as a landmark event in boxing history. It proved Crawford's skills in the ring, showed Netflix's potential as a sports broadcaster, and highlighted the changing landscape of boxing stardom. As the dust settles, fans and industry insiders alike will be eager to see what comes next for all involved.
