I'll dominate 'credible combatant' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be shown live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua said he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the pair came face-to-face to build hype for the upcoming bout.
Former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive mismatch - at Miami's venue on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Paul's History
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.
"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.
Size Disparity
As the two fighters engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly proceeding.
