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| Photo: Mike Tyson, Jake Paul / Instagram |
Netflix is facing a lawsuit after technical problems ruined the streaming experience for many viewers during the highly anticipated Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight. Ronald "Blue" Denton, a subscriber from Florida, filed the suit, accusing Netflix of breaking its contract by failing to provide a smooth viewing experience, according to TMZ.
The fight, which aired live on Friday, saw widespread complaints about buffering, glitches, and audio issues. Netflix admitted to the streaming troubles but called the event a success overall.
In a statement, Netflix executive Elizabeth Stone said, "We understand some viewers had a poor experience and know we need to improve. However, we’re proud of the team for handling such a massive event."
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| Photo: Mike Tyson, Jake Paul / Instagram |
The fight drew 108 million global viewers, making it the "most-streamed sporting event ever," Netflix said. At its peak, 65 million U.S. households were watching. Despite the success, problems began during an earlier fight and worsened as the night went on.
Viewers reported over 85,000 issues, with some highlights marred by glitches. One embarrassing moment came when boxing legend Evander Holyfield and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had their microphones cut off mid-conversation.
Netflix plans to stream NFL games on Christmas Day, and some, like Howard Stern, are warning the company to avoid similar problems. "If you mess up football, there’s going to be trouble," Stern said on his radio show.
The Tyson-Paul event, held at AT&T Stadium in Texas, also featured a historic rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, which drew 74 million viewers, making it the most-watched women’s sports event in U.S. history. Source
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