I'll overwhelm 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be streamed in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua said he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "overpower" his opponent as the two fighters met personally to publicize the upcoming boxing match.
Ex twice unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth disparity - at Miami's venue on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather targeted former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony 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 mostly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Success
However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, frequently receiving massive paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.
Size Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the customary face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually going ahead.
