Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-round contest which will be streamed in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the combatants met personally to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Former two time unified heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth disparity - at Miami venue on 19 December.
Fighter's Mindset
"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.
Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.
Physical Difference
As the two fighters engaged in the customary stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually proceeding.
