I will overwhelm 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to publicize next month's boxing match.
Former two-time world boxing king Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth disparity - at Miami venue on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I'm going to break his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Paul rather attacked former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Still, the novice continues to be one of the sport's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving huge paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.
"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really going ahead.
