Witness the Battle of Boxing Titans

Taylor-Serrano: A Clash of Female Legends

The inclusion of Taylor and Serrano on the card added much-needed credibility to what many had predicted would be a farcical main event. Viewers reported that Netflix crashed repeatedly during the fight, a testament to its popularity. The tactics were similar to the first fight, with Serrano's relentless volume punching and Taylor standing her ground. But this time, Serrano started strongly, rocking Taylor early on. However, Taylor fought back and landed the bigger punches, winning the fight. Seven-weight world champion Serrano, despite suffering from a horrific cut above her eye, felt hard done by and wants a trilogy. The ball is now in Taylor's court.

This fight was not just about the punches; it was about the spirit and determination of these two fighters. They showed the world what female boxing is all about – strength, skill, and heart. It was a fight that will be remembered for years to come.

Tyson vs. Paul: A Bore-Fest or a Boxing Event?

At 27, Jake Paul was young and athletic enough to take on a 58-year-old Mike Tyson, who was well past his prime. As a limited boxer, Paul was unable to get rid of a former world champion who had forgotten more about the sport than Paul would ever know. The event was uncomfortable, uneventful, and uninteresting, but it still managed to draw a large audience. Paul claims that 120 million viewers watched it live globally on Netflix, but the traditionalists who criticized the event were vindicated.

Before the Texas fight, there was the sublime when Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano battled it out. But after Tyson vs. Paul, it was clear that the sport needed to find a way to balance the excitement of big-name fights with the quality of the boxing. Paul's comments about carrying "Iron Mike" in the final part of the fight only added to the ridicule. Although the sport is in a solid place after investment from Saudi Arabia, events like Tyson vs. Paul do still impact "proper" boxing.

Where Does Netflix Go from Here?

Taylor-Serrano was the pinnacle of the sport, but we were soon dragged into the circus that seems to be engrained in modern boxing. Tyson did not join his coaching team at the post-fight news conference, leaving many disappointed. Paul's claims about carrying Tyson only added to the confusion. Although Netflix says it will reveal further viewing figures on Tuesday and there could be more Jake Paul fights streamed on the platform, it remains to be seen what the future holds for live boxing on the streaming giant.

With super fights and undisputed champions being crowned, the sport is in a good place. But events like Tyson vs. Paul do raise questions about the future of boxing. Will Netflix continue to invest in live boxing? Will organizers find a way to bring back the excitement and quality that fans crave? Only time will tell.