I will overwhelm 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be shown 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 next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex twice world boxing king Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a huge uneven pairing - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Mindset
"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, consistently making massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would stop the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.
Size Disparity
As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.
