I'll dominate 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" the American as the pair met personally to publicize next month's bout.
Former twice unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth disparity - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I will injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Interaction
Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge earnings.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference evident, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really proceeding.