How to watch the Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul fight if you don't have Netflix

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How to watch the Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul fight if you don't have Netflix

The pair go head to head this weekend

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Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will step into the ring on Friday, December 19 at the Kaseya Centre in Miami.

To catch up on the action, Brits will need to stay up until the early hours of Saturday, December 20.

The highly-anticipated match will mark Joshua's return to the ring after a year's absence, following a knockout from Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in September 2024.

As for Paul, the former YouTube star is continuing to prove himself in the ring, and the upcoming face-off will follow his recent triumph against Julio César Chávez Jr in June.

So, what time does the AJ vs Paul fight kick off, and where can you watch it on TV? Find out everything you need to know below.

How to watch Paul vs Joshua if you don't have Netflix

As fans will know, the Paul vs Joshua fight will be streamed worldwide on Netflix at approximately 3.30am (UK time).

But what if you don't have Netflix?

If you've finally been kicked off the family account, Sky is offering an incredible bundle, which essentially means you can tune into Netflix for 'free'.

Sky is currently selling its Essential TV package, which is home to Netflix, discovery+ and much more for just £15 per month.

As though you needed any further convincing, it's dropped to Sky’s lowest ever price and will allow you to watch the big fight live along with Sky Atlantic, Sky Stream and Sky Essential TV.

You can find out more here.

The highly-anticipated match kicks off this weekend (Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images)
The highly-anticipated match kicks off this weekend (Leonardo Fernandez/Getty Images)

What are the rules for Paul vs Joshua fight?

This weekend's match is scheduled to run for eight three-minute rounds, making it shorter than most events.

Joshua will be capped at 245lb on the day before the fixture without a rehydration clause. Both opponents must wear standard 10oz gloves.

Anthony Joshua took time out after his face-off with Daniel Dubois (Richard Pelham/Getty Images)
Anthony Joshua took time out after his face-off with Daniel Dubois (Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

What time does Paul vs Joshua start in the UK?

Boxing fans will need to set their alarms to tune into the match. In the UK, the fight will start at approximately 3.30am on Saturday, December 20 on Netflix (via Sky).

You'll need to get up even earlier if you're keen to see the preliminary fight card and can find timings below.

AJ vs Paul UK fight times:

  • Main fight card start time: Approximately 1am
  • Jake Paul v Anthony Joshua main event ringwalks: Approximately 3.30am

Paul vs Joshua preliminary card (from 9.45pm)

  • Cherneka Johnson v Amanda Galle
  • Caroline Dubois v Camila Panatta
  • Yokasta Valle v Yadira Bustillos
  • Avious Griffin v Justin Cardona
  • Keno Marley v Diarra Davis Jr

Paul vs Joshua main card (from 1am)

  • Jake Paul v Anthony Joshua
  • Alycia Baumgardner v Lela Beaudoin
  • Anderson Silva v Tyron Woodley
  • Jahmal Harvey v Kevin Cervantes


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Topics: Boxing, Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua