I'll dominate 'credible boxer' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the combatants met personally to build hype for next month's bout.
Ex twice world title holder Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge disparity - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I will break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.
Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.
He lost to Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Nevertheless, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As both boxers engaged in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it drove home just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually going ahead.
