I'll dominate 'legitimate combatant' Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight-bout contest which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the combatants met personally to build hype for next month's bout.
Former two-time world heavyweight champion Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.
"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As both boxers met for the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly happening.
