I will dominate 'serious combatant' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be shown live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters met personally to build hype for the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Mindset
"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Fury - and declined a ÂŁ1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.
Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly in the works for two years from now.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Size Disparity
As the two fighters met for the customary stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is really going ahead.
