BetUS.com, the original online sportsbook, has become the first sportsbook to begin accepting bets on the Mike Tyson – Jake Paul fight set to take place on Netflix on Saturday, July 20th.
BetUS (pronounced ‘Bet U.S.’) posted initial odds favoring Jake Paul at -300, and Mike Tyson as a +225 underdog at noon eastern time today. These odds are subject to change as betting action is received. The latest odds can be found at the following URL:
“We're on the brink of witnessing one of the most talked-about events in the world of sports and entertainment,” says Tim Williams, director of public relations for BetUS.
Mike Tyson, a name synonymous with boxing royalty, is stepping back into the ring to face an opponent unlike any he's encountered before. Jake Paul, with his undefeated record and knack for stirring the public's interest, represents a new era of fighters—those who've transcended traditional paths to stardom through their prowess on digital platforms.
“This bout is more than just a fight; it's a cultural phenomenon that bridges generations, merging the appeal of a time-honored sport with the dynamism of modern-day celebrity. With Tyson's historic reputation and Paul's meteoric rise in the boxing world, this event promises not only an explosive clash but also a significant moment in the evolution of boxing as entertainment,” Williams says.
Financially, the stakes are sky-high, with projections suggesting the fight could generate upwards of $300 million in revenue for the parties involved.
In terms of betting, Williams says BetUS expects the fight to be one of the most bet-on boxing matches in recent memory. “It will be one for the books, no pun intended,” Williams says.