I will overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the pair confronted each other to promote next month's heavyweight fight.
Former two time world title holder Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami venue on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Interaction
Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.
"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.
He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making huge financial rewards.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.
Physical Difference
As the two fighters met for the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually proceeding.