Here’s a surprising fact: 60% of UK fight fans watch at a pub or bar. Why? Because screaming “GET HIM, AJ!” into your beer is socially acceptable in a crowd. Plus, you get lukewarm chips and a friend who explains the rules wrong. Fun fact: a 2019 study found that pub-goers who watched Joshua fight Ruiz Jr. were 30% louder than those at home. It’s science.
To find a pub showing it, Google your local spot and call ahead. Ask, “You showing the big man dance?” If they say no, find a new pub. Pro tip: order a pint of whatever’s cheapest—you’ll spill half of it when Joshua lands a right hook.
The Free (But Sketchy) Option: Friend’s House
You know that mate who always has the fight on a dodgy stream? The one with a hacked Fire Stick that buffers every time Joshua throws a punch? That’s your guy. It’s free, but be warned: you’ll watch 80% of the action through a pixelated fog. You’ll also get 10 minutes of lag, meaning you’ll hear your neighbor cheer before you even see the knockout. Awkward.
Do this only if you’re desperate and willing to accept that the final round might look like a GameBoy screen from 1995. Bring snacks to soften the disappointment.
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