Netflix SUED Over Jake Paul v. Tyson Fight Streaming, Others Say RIGGED, Tyson PULLED PUNCHES

Netflix is facing a class-action lawsuit due to streaming issues during the highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.

• Lawsuit Initiation: Ronald “Blue” Denton, a Florida resident, filed the lawsuit on November 18, 2024, alleging breach of contract and deceptive practices by Netflix. TMZ
• Streaming Issues: Viewers reported significant problems, including buffering, glitches, and access issues, during the live broadcast of the fight on November 15, 2024.Newsweek
• Viewership Statistics: Netflix reported that the event attracted 65 million concurrent streams and a total of 108 million viewers, marking it as one of the platform’s largest live events. Yahoo
• Netflix’s Response: The company acknowledged the streaming issues, stating, “We don’t want to dismiss the poor experience of some members… but still consider this event a huge success.”
• Legal Claims: The lawsuit seeks at least $50 million in damages, citing that Netflix was “woefully ill-prepared” for the event’s demand, leading to widespread viewer dissatisfaction.New York Post