I will overwhelm 'credible combatant' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round match which will be shown live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the pair came face-to-face to promote next month's bout.
Former twice unified heavyweight champion Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge disparity - at Miami venue on 19 December.
Boxer's Mindset
"I plan to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35, said.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Still, the novice continues to be one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, consistently making massive financial rewards.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round 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 next year," Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters met for the customary face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really proceeding.
