I'll dominate 'credible combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight-round match which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
Briton Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the two fighters met personally to build hype for next month's boxing match.
Former two-time unified boxing king Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. 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 seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Interaction
Despite such comments, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.
He lost to Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving massive earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.
Size Difference
As the two fighters met for the usual confrontation, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really proceeding.
