I'll stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua said he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" the American as the pair confronted each other to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former two-time world heavyweight champion Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge mismatch - at Miami's arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will injure his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making huge financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.
Size Disparity
As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional face-off, with their size difference evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really proceeding.
