I will stamp all over 'credible combatant' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-bout contest which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "overpower" his opponent as the two fighters confronted each other to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami's Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."
Respectful Interaction
Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Still, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial paydays.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the customary face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.
