I'll stamp all over 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round fight which will be shown live on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" the American as the pair met personally to publicize next month's bout.
Ex twice unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive mismatch - at Miami venue on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I will damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.
Paul's Background
Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making substantial financial rewards.
Forecast and Belief
The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Difference
As both boxers met for the customary face-off, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really proceeding.
