I'll overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "break" his opponent as the two fighters met personally to publicize next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
However, the novice remains one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making huge paydays.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Size Disparity
As both boxers participated in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really going ahead.
