I will overwhelm 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former two-time world boxing king Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth disparity - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Interaction
Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice is still one of boxing's largest money-making draws, regularly earning substantial paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Size Disparity
As both boxers participated in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually happening.
