I will overwhelm 'serious boxer' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua said he will "stamp all over" the American and "break" the American as the combatants met personally to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Former two time unified heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth disparity - at Miami venue on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice remains one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making substantial financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in round four or five and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As both boxers participated in the traditional face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually going ahead.