I will dominate 'serious fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight round contest which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "break" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to promote next month's bout.
Former twice unified boxing king Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive mismatch - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul instead targeted former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the novice is still one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge paydays.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As both boxers participated in the traditional confrontation, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really going ahead.