I'll dominate 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight round match which will be streamed live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua said he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "overpower" his opponent as the pair met personally to build hype for the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former twice unified boxing king Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge disparity - at Miami's venue on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I'm going to really want to injure him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Exchange
In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial earnings.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.
