I will stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-bout fight which will be shown in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "break" his opponent as the pair met personally to publicize next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two time unified heavyweight champion Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35, stated.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest money-making draws, consistently making substantial financial rewards.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for 2026.
"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Size Difference
As both boxers met for the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really proceeding.
