I will overwhelm 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
The British boxer is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-round contest which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "break" his opponent as the two fighters met personally to promote next month's boxing match.
Former two time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I'm going to damage his features and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to genuinely try to injure him. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul said.
Size Disparity
As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly going ahead.
