I will dominate 'credible combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be shown live on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" the American and "break" the American as the combatants met personally to publicize next month's heavyweight fight.
Former two-time world title holder Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I will damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest money-making draws, regularly earning huge financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly in the works for two years from now.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly proceeding.
