I will overwhelm 'legitimate combatant' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be shown live on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the combatants confronted each other to build hype for next month's bout.
Ex two-time world title holder Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive mismatch - at Miami's arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Attitude
"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Exchange
In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's biggest financial successes, regularly earning substantial earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.
"It's going to be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Disparity
As both boxers engaged in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually proceeding.
