I will stamp all over 'credible combatant' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight round contest which will be broadcast in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "overpower" the American as the pair confronted each other to build hype for the upcoming bout.
Former two-time unified title holder Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."
Civil Interaction
Despite those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.
Size Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually going ahead.
