I will dominate 'serious boxer' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the combatants confronted each other to promote the upcoming boxing match.
Ex two-time world boxing king Anthony Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami's venue on 19 December.
Fighter's Mindset
"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly happening.
