I will stamp all over 'serious fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "defeat" the American as the two fighters met personally to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time unified boxing king Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge disparity - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
Despite such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Paul rather targeted former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed 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," Paul declared.
Physical Difference
As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really proceeding.
