I will stamp all over 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight round fight which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua said he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to publicize the upcoming boxing match.
Former two-time unified title holder Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, theoretically, a huge disparity - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."
Civil Exchange
In spite of such comments, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally known for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving huge paydays.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.
"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As both boxers participated in the usual face-off, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually happening.