Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight-bout match which will be shown live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters came face-to-face to publicize next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time world heavyweight champion Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a huge uneven pairing - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Fighter's Mindset
"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, declared.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I'm going to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making huge paydays.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is truly going ahead.
