I'll stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be streamed in real-time on Netflix.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "defeat" the American as the two fighters confronted each other to promote the upcoming bout.
Ex two-time unified title holder Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for 2026.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As both boxers engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly proceeding.
