I will stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Former two time world boxing king Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul instead attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, regularly earning massive paydays.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.
Size Disparity
As the two fighters engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.
