I'll dominate 'credible combatant' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout fight which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua said he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the two fighters confronted each other to build hype for the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former two time world boxing king Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Exchange
Despite such comments, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his dramatics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly proceeding.
