Yahoo Sports Jake Paul fights Mike Tyson tonight: How to watch live
It’s finally time for Jake Paul and Mike Tyson to face off in the ring. The long-awaited fight was rescheduled this summer due to Tyson’s ulcer flare-up, but this Friday, Nov. 15, Mike Tyson is finally returning to the ring after two decades. The 58-year-old heavyweight will face off against 27-year-old Jake Paul. While there is no title on the line this time around, the meeting of "The Problem Child" and "The Baddest Man on the Planet" is sure to be one to watch. Tyson has a history of knocking his opponents out in fights, with a career record of 50-6 (44 victories via knockout), and Paul is 10-1 since making his boxing debut in 2020.
"It would be the biggest moment in boxing history on Friday night when I put this man to sleep," Paul said to Tyson in a promotional clip for the fight.
"He dreams a lot," Tyson responded to Paul. "This is not going to come true, young man."
Are you ready to tune into the fight this Friday? Here’s everything you need to know about the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, including the full fight card, where to stream it and more.
How to watch Paul vs. Tyson:
Date: Friday, Nov. 15, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m. ET
Location: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, TX
TV channel: N/A
Streaming: Netflix
When does Jake Paul fight Mike Tyson?
After being rescheduled this summer due to Mike Tyson’s medical issues, the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight is scheduled for this Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
What time does the Paul vs. Tyson fight start?
The preliminary card begins at 5:30 p.m. ET. The main card begins at 8 p.m. ET.
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight channel:
The Tyson vs. Paul fight will stream live exclusively on Netflix.
Where to watch Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson:
You’ll need a Netflix subscription to catch Friday’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. Here’s what you need to know about the platform:
Netflix is the place to watch the Jake Paul and Mike Tyson match. The streamer is also home to plenty of popular titles like Anyone But You, Bridgerton, One Piece, Love is Blind and Selling Sunset. Netflix currently has three plans available: Standard with ads ($6.99); Standard ($15.49); and Premium ($22.99). Netflix no longer offers a free trial.
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight card:
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, heavyweights
Katie Taylor (c) vs. Amanda Serrano, undisputed lightweight titles
Mario Barrios (c) vs. Abel Ramos, WBC welterweight title
Shadasia Green vs. Melinda Watpool, vacant WBO super middleweight title
Lucas Bahdi vs. Armando Casamonica, lightweights
Bruce Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell, featherweights
Neeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson Nunes, middleweights
Will the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson match stream live?
The Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight will stream live on Netflix. While the platform isn’t well-known for its live coverage, Netflix has been exploring live content over the past few years, with sporting matches like the Rafael Nadal vs. Carlos Alcaraz Netflix Slam, and comedy events such as The Roast of Tom Brady.
2024 Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Netflix fight rules:
This sanctioned fight, approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations and set to stream live on Netflix, will consist of eight two-minute rounds (as opposed to the typical three-minute rounds). Both boxers will wear 14-ounce gloves (which are heavier than the standard).
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight purse:
While these numbers have not been officially confirmed, it is rumored that Mike Tyson stands to earn $20 million from this fight. Jake Paul has indicated that he however plans to earn double that.
At a press conference in August, Paul declared: "I'm here to make 40 million dollars and knock out a legend."
