I'll dominate 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to build hype for the upcoming boxing match.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami venue on December 19th.
Fighter's Mentality
"I will injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Opponent
In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, consistently making huge earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.
"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Difference
As the two fighters met for the usual stare-down, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually happening.