I will dominate 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight round match which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua said he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "overpower" his opponent as the combatants confronted each other to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making huge paydays.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.
Physical Difference
As Joshua and Paul participated in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually proceeding.
