I will overwhelm 'credible fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to publicize next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I will injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
However, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial paydays.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.
"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Size Disparity
As the two fighters engaged in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really happening.