The extremely anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua delivered main viewership numbers for Netflix, drawing an estimated 33 million viewers worldwide. The bout ended with Joshua scoring a sixth-round knockout of Paul, a end result that rapidly propelled the combat into Netflix’s world rankings.

Based on early knowledge, the occasion reached the Prime 10 in 91 international locations and claimed the No. 1 spot in 45 markets, together with the US, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and Australia. The sturdy efficiency highlights the worldwide urge for food for marquee boxing occasions on streaming platforms.

The co-main occasion additionally proved profitable, as the ladies’s bout between Alycia Baumgardner and Leila Beaudoin averaged roughly 15 million viewers worldwide, reinforcing the depth of curiosity throughout the cardboard.

The success of the occasion additional underscores Netflix’s rising funding in reside sports activities. The streamer continues to increase past scripted programming, constructing a reside slate that now consists of partnerships with the NFL, WWE, and MLB, positioning Netflix as a significant participant in the way forward for sports activities leisure.