Despite the numerous issues with Netflix's broadcast, an astonishing 60 million households decided to tune in and watch the Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson boxing match over the past weekend. However, this figure doesn't account for longtime SiriusXM radio host Chris “Mad Dog” Russo, who had a lot to share about the event on Monday's edition of Mad Dog Unleashed.

The Broadcast's Troubles

The broadcast itself was marred by a series of lag and buffering problems, leaving a significant portion of the 60 million viewers with a subpar viewing experience. It was a disappointing start to what was supposed to be a highly anticipated event.Moreover, viewers were treated to an unwanted sight - a glimpse of Mike Tyson's butt before the fight. This added to the overall sense of unease and dissatisfaction. And when it came to the actual fight between Tyson and Paul in the ring, it was rather underwhelming. Many viewers found themselves regretting having tuned in in the first place.

Chris Russo's Predictions

Chris Russo seemed to have predicted that the fight wouldn't live up to the hype. On Monday's Mad Dog Unleashed, he not only detailed how he "forgot all about" the event but also condemned those who did tune in, including program director Steve Torre.He said, "You guys out there that consider yourselves good sports fans… You decided, well, there is nothing else to watch. It’s 10 to 12, go read a book! I mean, my goodness gracious. This is what you decide to put on your television set, Steve Torre? And don’t give me the excuse you’re at a friend’s house and he had it on. Leave! Leave! That’s an insult to your sports intelligence. I’m amazed, I could not believe it."He further added, "The idea that anybody in America… I’m amazed that 65 million tuned in. I’m amazed, the place was sold out. Who knows how free the tickets were. But how in the world could anybody think they were watching a legitimate sports event with a guy who has been washed up for 35 years against some guy who is not a boxer in Jake Paul? I’m proud of myself for not allowing curiosity… I’m proud of myself for not getting involved."

Tyson's Age and the Event's Nature

Considering Tyson entered the ring at 58 years of age, it was quite evident that the fight would be more of a freak show than a legitimate competitive boxing match. This was a common thought among many viewers before the event.It's not the first time we have seen such events in combat sports. WWE wrestler CM Punk's foray into the UFC octagon with little to no background in MMA, aside from the brief training before the fight, is a prime example.

The Future of Such Events

Unfortunately for Russo, the sheer number of viewers and the fanfare around the match indicate that this won't be the last of such boxing events. It seems that this type of spectacle has a certain appeal that keeps drawing in audiences.So, it's likely that we will hear another passionate rant from Russo on the topic of Jake Paul sooner rather than later. As we look ahead, it will be interesting to see how these types of events continue to shape the world of combat sports.