I will stamp all over 'credible fighter' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-bout match which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" the American and "break" the American as the combatants met personally to build hype for the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex twice unified title holder Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Mindset
"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.
Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.
Financial Success
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul declared.
Physical Difference
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary stare-down, with their size difference evident, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually going ahead.
