I'll overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round match which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the pair met personally to publicize next month's bout.
Ex twice unified boxing king Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's my goal."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather criticized former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Financial Success
However, the novice is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, consistently making massive earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.
"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.
Size Difference
As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually happening.
