I'll stamp all over 'credible fighter' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "overpower" his opponent as the pair came face-to-face to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former twice world boxing king Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive mismatch - at Miami's venue on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I plan to break his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest financial successes, regularly earning substantial paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"It's going to be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As both boxers met for the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it drove home just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually going ahead.
