I'll stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round match which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "break" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to build hype for next month's bout.
Ex two time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth disparity - at Miami Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Fighter's Mindset
"I will break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Still, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, regularly earning substantial paydays.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.
Size Difference
As both boxers met for the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really happening.
