The much-awaited Mike Tyson (58) vs. Jake Paul (27) boxing bout has begun, and users are being punched in the face with constant buffering issues during the live stream on OTT giant Netflix, which is the exclusive broadcaster of the event. The internet is appalled at the server crashing at the Netflix HQs as millions logged on to see the historic clash between the twice-world champion and boxing legend Tyson and YouTuber-turned professional fighter Jake Paul.
#CancelNetflix and #Buffering are trending worldwide after major buffering & glitch issues during the livestream for the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson card. pic.twitter.
com/UIuM1XTbjw — DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) November 16, 2024 Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight: Netflix Draws Criticism for Buffering, Freezing and Lagging During Live Event https://t.co/BZY2mzvBw4 — Variety (@Variety) November 16, 2024 A ringside look at #PaulTyson 👀 pic.
twitter.com/WZlzvJ7gKX — Netflix (@netflix) November 16, 2024 Netizens are calling for the boycott of Netflix and canceling its subscription over the streaming issue. The OTT giant has neither addressed the issue officially nor resolved it for the global audience.
It is very reminiscent of India’s largest telecom giant’s first ever live stream of a sporting event that was an utter disaster. Probably the OOTs should stick with streaming movies and shows? Netizens dropped memes, taking swipes at the streaming debacle. Raise your hand if your Netflix is buffering/freezing/droppin.