I'll dominate 'credible fighter' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face Jake Paul in an eight-round fight which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the pair met personally to promote the upcoming bout.
Ex two time unified heavyweight champion Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge disparity - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I'm going to break his face and hurt his body. 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 cause him pain. That's what I want to do."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, consistently making huge earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.
"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.
Size Difference
As the two fighters met for the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually proceeding.
