Where to watch the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight in the DC area – NBC4 Washington

After 20 years outside the ring, legendary boxer Mike Tyson returns to take on influencer Jake Paul in the first Netflix broadcast of a boxing match.

Millions of people may be waiting to see the battle between two generations at AT&T Stadium, home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, as well as the in-ring comebacks of Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor.

Here's why this fight is so controversial, and here's more about the parties around Washington, DC

Is this the fight of the decade?

Will this be the fight of the decade? Although they are two prominent figures, Rafael Medina, boxing coach at Nuboxx, says the answer depends on who you ask.

“I think it might be the fight of the decade for influencers, for people who aren't big boxing fans, for the general public, but I don't think it will be the fight of the decade for traditional boxing fans,” he said.

Both fighters face several challenges. According to Medina, Tyson's health, agility and boxing performance are his biggest challenges. In fact, the fight was postponed in May after Tyson suffered a medical emergency on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles.

The fight was originally scheduled for July 20 in Arlington, Texas.

“Mike Tyson is of age, he is old enough to retire here in the US, he has been injured in the last few years and has had to postpone fights and has not looked good in his last few fights. He had a year to train, but we did.” “I don't know which Mike Tyson will come to the ring that day,” Medina said in a bilingual interview.

Meanwhile, some analysts argue that Jake Paul's inexperience could work against him. The influencer rose to fame by making videos on Vine and then YouTube since 2013. He began his boxing career in 2018.

“Jake Paul is young, but he made his career as an influencer by defeating pure, retired boxers… who had lost that hard work for the sport of boxing. “We don’t know what’s going to happen, but the last time Jake Paul faced a real boxer, he lost,” Medina said.

So if one candidate struggles over time and the other lacks experience, who will win?

“In one of those five or eight second bursts of energy that Mike Tyson has, he can get to Jake Paul and take him out, but I also don't think he has the stamina to last eight rounds in two minutes.” said the coach.

Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor

The showdown between Paul and Tyson isn't the only highly anticipated fight.

Puerto Rican boxer Amanda Serrano will face Irish boxer Katie Taylor for the second time since 2022, when Taylor was declared the winner.

Medina said Serrano's health problems, including an eye injury, could pose a challenge for her.

The 2022 fight “was a blast, it was a classic when it comes to women’s boxing. I think it's one of the best fights of all time. However, the Amanda Serrano that was in that fight is a different Amanda Serrano that we will see. “Look at the week ahead,” he said.

However, Serrano still has a chance.

“Given the injuries she has had to overcome, she needs to be smarter. That's why I think Katie Taylor wins this fight if they both come and try to take it on. “If Serrano can show different skills and a different version of her, I think she can win this fight,” he said.

Well, the opponents are set and we'll have to see who gets lucky in the ring.

Now it's time to find out where to watch this epic battle in the DMV.

Where can you watch the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight in the DC area?

The preliminary round begins at 5:30 p.m. ET, but the main event begins Friday at 8 p.m. November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

It's streaming on Netflix or you can watch it at several bars and restaurants in the DC area.

BetMGM Sportsbook at MGM National Harbor
📍 101 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, Maryland
⏰ On Fridays the opening times are from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m
💲 Free, but reservation recommended

BetMGM Sportsbook, which features a 360-degree jumbotron in its lounge and a 110-foot wraparound screen inside, will host a watch party. Reservations are recommended as the sportsbook expects a sellout.

Dave & Buster's
📍 Springfield, Virginia and Silver Spring, Maryland
⏰ Both locations are open from 11 a.m. to 1 a.m
💲 Cost: free

Inside the arcade, the fight will be broadcast on large screens while cocktails made with Howler Head, the UFC's official flavored bourbon whiskey, will be served.

Dog house
📍 Locations in Bethesda, College Park, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg and Dupont Circle
⏰ Admission: 7 p.m
💲 Cost: Free

This restaurant chain that recently did business with Jake Paulwill offer The first 100 guests will receive a free Jake Paul meal when they present the Haus Rewards app. The meal consists of three jumbo wings with El Gallo sauce, served with fries and a side of ranch.

First Down Sports Bar
📍 4213 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, Virginia
⏰ Open Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m
💲 Free entry

The fight at 8 p.m. will be broadcast with audio from the bar near the Ballston Metro station.

Point out
📍 1336 U St NW, Washington, DC
⏰ Doors open: 7 p.m
💲 Cost: Free, but reservations are recommended

With screens on four floors and a $5 discount on small bites, Highlight will stream this iconic event on U Street. It is just steps away from Nuboxx, the boxing gym where Medina has been teaching since 2021.

Great DC
📍 900 Florida Avenue Northwest Washington, DC
⏰ Doors open: 8 p.m
💲 Cost: Early bird registration is free, after which general admission is $10. Table reservations for four to six people cost $75

“Cheer on your favorite fighter, sip delicious drinks and soak up the electric atmosphere,” the promotion reads online. Click here for more details.

Public bar
📍 1214 18th St NW, Washington, DC
⏰ Doors open: 7 p.m
💲 Cost: $10

This popular sports bar in Dupont Circle will broadcast the fight on 42 screens across the building's three floors. According to Public Bar's general manager, there will be special drink and food specials.

Thirsty crow
📍 3400 11th Street NW, Washington, DC
⏰ The bar is open on Fridays from 5:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m
💲 Free entry

Columbia Heights Pool Bar plans to broadcast the game.

Walters
📍 10 N St NW, Washington, DC
⏰ Doors open: 7 p.m
💲 Cost: Free, but reservations are recommended

According to Walter's website, registrants will receive a free beer wall pass valued at $5.

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