I will stamp all over 'credible fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be streamed live on Netflix.
Briton Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "defeat" the American as the combatants confronted each other to build hype for the upcoming bout.
Ex two time unified title holder Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will seriously aim to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."
Civil Exchange
Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
However, the novice remains one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually going ahead.