I'll dominate 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight round match which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" the American as the two fighters met personally to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time unified title holder Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to injure his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Financial Attraction
Still, the novice continues to be one of the sport's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually going ahead.
