I'll overwhelm 'serious boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be streamed in real-time on Netflix.
Briton Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" the American as the combatants met personally to publicize the upcoming bout.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive mismatch - at Miami's Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Attitude
"I will damage his features and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.
"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.
Paul's History
Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
Still, the novice is still one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.
Size Disparity
As both boxers met for the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually happening.
