I will dominate 'legitimate fighter' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-bout match which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to build hype for the upcoming bout.
Former two-time unified title holder Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul instead targeted ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As both boxers met for the usual face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually going ahead.
