I will stamp all over 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout fight which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "break" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to publicize the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex twice unified heavyweight champion Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.
"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really happening.
