I will dominate 'credible combatant' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight round contest which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" the American as the two fighters confronted each other to publicize the upcoming bout.
Former two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the novice remains one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for two years from now.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.
Physical Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional stare-down, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.
