I'll stamp all over 'credible boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight round contest which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" the American as the two fighters met personally to build hype for the upcoming boxing match.
Ex two-time unified heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive mismatch - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making substantial paydays.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.
Physical Difference
As both boxers participated in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually going ahead.