I will overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be streamed live on Netflix.
Briton Joshua said he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the combatants met personally to promote next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex twice unified title holder Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.
"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge financial rewards.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really proceeding.
