I'll stamp all over 'credible fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be shown live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters came face-to-face to publicize next month's bout.
Former two time unified heavyweight champion Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth disparity - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Paul rather targeted ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Fighter
Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making huge financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.
Size Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the customary face-off, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually proceeding.
