I will overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to publicize the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former twice unified title holder Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami venue on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated.
Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.
He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.
Physical Difference
As both boxers met for the usual face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually happening.
