I'll stamp all over 'credible fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua said he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "break" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to publicize the upcoming boxing match.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth disparity - 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," the British boxer, 35, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather attacked former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning huge financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.
"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really going ahead.