I will dominate 'credible fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the combatants met personally to promote the upcoming bout.
Ex twice world boxing king Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a huge mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I will damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.
"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.
"I'm going to genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial earnings.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Size Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really proceeding.
