Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: UK start time and how to watch tonight's Netflix boxing showdown

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Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are all set to face off in the boxing ring tonight, but when does the action begin in the squared circle?

Tyson is set to break traditional boxing norms as he steps into the ring professionally for the first time in 19 years later this evening - and despite being 58, he's aiming for a knockout. Recent training footage reveals Iron Mike in excellent form, still boasting the speed and power of his younger days as he prepares to take on a rising star who is 31 years his junior.

'Problem Child' Paul transitioned from YouTube to boxing four years ago, defeating fellow content creator AnEsonGib in just one round, despite appearing incredibly raw and lacking serious skills. Since that night in 2020, Paul has honed his skills in the ring through rigorous training, amassing an almost perfect record of 10-1 by besting UFC stars like Anderson Silva, Nate Diaz, Tyron Woodley and Mike Perry.

While tonight will mark the first time these two men go head-to-head, it's not the first time they've shared a card. Tyson famously fought Roy Jones Jr in a 'Lockdown Knockdown' exhibition bout four years ago, which ended in a draw after eight rounds. On the same night at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles, Paul defeated NBA star Nate Robinson with a second-round KO, reports Wales Online.

Tonight, both fighters will step into the ring in front of 80,000 spectators at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The match will be broadcast globally via Netflix. But when does the fight start in the UK? Here's all you need to know....

What is the UK start time for Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul?

Tyson and Paul are anticipated to enter the ring around 4am UK time on Saturday morning - approximately 10pm local time in Arlington on Friday. The main card is set to commence at about 1am UK time/7pm local time, featuring Katie Taylor defending her IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO women's super-lightweight titles against Amanda Serrano.

In other matches on the slate, Mario Barrios will defend his WBC welterweight title against Abel Ramos, while Neeraj Goyat faces off with Whindersson Nunes in the super-middleweight category. The preliminary card includes bouts between Shadasia Green and Melinda Watpool, Lucas Bahdi and Armando Casamonica, and Bruce Carrington and Dana Coolwell. It's worth noting that the timing of the main event could vary depending on the duration of the undercard bouts.

How to watch Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul

The bout between Tyson and Paul will be streamed live on Netflix - marking the online platform's debut live-to-watch event this evening. Fans with an active Netflix subscription can watch for free, while new members can sign up for as little as £4.99 per month with adverts.

The full card

• Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson at heavyweight
• Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano for Taylor's IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO women's super-lightweight titles
• Mario Barrios vs Abel Ramos for Barrios's WBC welterweight title
• Neeraj Goyat vs Whindersson Nunes at Super-middleweight
• Shadasia Green vs Melinda Watpool for the vacant women’s WBO super-middleweight title
• Lucas Bahdi vs Armando Casamonica at super-lightweight
• Bruce Carrington vs Dana Coolwell at featherweight

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