I'll overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the combatants met personally to publicize the upcoming bout.
Former two time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to injure 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'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Size Disparity
As the two fighters met for the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually going ahead.
