I'll stamp all over 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round fight which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the pair came face-to-face to publicize the upcoming bout.
Ex two time world title holder Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a huge mismatch - at Miami Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Fighter's Mindset
"I will break his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, stated.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul instead criticized former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.
Jake Paul's History
Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Physical Difference
As the two fighters participated in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly happening.
