I will dominate 'credible fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be shown in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the two fighters met personally to publicize the upcoming bout.
Ex twice world boxing king Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth disparity - at Miami's arena on December 19th.
Fighter's Mentality
"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Paul's History
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Still, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, consistently making massive paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would stop the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.
Size Disparity
As both boxers engaged in the usual face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually going ahead.
