I will stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout fight which will be shown live on Netflix.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" the American as the pair came face-to-face to build hype for next month's bout.
Former twice world heavyweight champion Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami venue on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Exchange
Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.
Size Disparity
As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly happening.
