When does Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson take place? Date, time, undercard and how to watch the fight on TV

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Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will meet in the boxing ring in November in one of the most controversial fights in recent memory.

Tyson is considered one of the greatest heavyweight champions in the history of the sport, but the American is now 58 years old and has not fought professionally in 19 years. And yes, his fight with YouTube star Paul will Be an officially sanctioned professional fight.

That means it will count on both men's records, with Tyson standing at 50-6 (44 knockouts) while Paul is 10-1 (7 KOs).

American Paul, 27, has beaten numerous former UFC fighters and lesser-known professional boxers, while his only defeat was against Tommy Fury – the half-brother of former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury – last year.

Now the divisive YouTuber will share a ring with Tyson, five months after the latter suffered a health scare on a flight – an incident that delayed the fight from July to November. Here you will find everything you need to know.

When is the fight?

The fight takes place on Friday, November 15th at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The 80,000-capacity stadium is home to the NFL's Dallas Cowboys.

The event begins on Saturday, November 16th at 1am GMT (5pm PT, 7pm CT, 8pm ET on Friday). No time has been announced for the Paul vs. Tyson ring walks, but they are expected around 4 a.m. GMT on Saturday (8 p.m. PT, 10 p.m. CT, 11 p.m. ET on Friday).

How can I watch it?

In an unprecedented move, the fight will be broadcast live on Netflix.

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What are the rules?

The fight is scheduled for eight two-minute rounds, knockouts are allowed. Contrary to rumors, the boxers will not wear head protection, although their gloves will weigh 14 ounces – more than the standard 10-ounce versions.

Opportunities

Paul – 2/5

Tyson – 12/5

Draw – 9/1

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Full Fight Card (Subject to change; “C” stands for Champion)

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (Heavyweight)

Katie Taylor (C) vs. Amanda Serrano 2 (undisputed women's super lightweight titles)

Mario Barrios (Interim C) vs. Abel Ramos (WBC welterweight title)

Shadasia Green vs. Melinda Watpool (vacant WBO women's super middleweight title)

Lucas Bahdi vs. Corey Marksman (Lightweight)

Bruce Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell (Featherweight)

Neeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson Nunes (middleweight)

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