I'll dominate 'credible fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the combatants met personally to publicize next month's bout.
Former two time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami's venue on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."
Civil Exchange
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his dramatics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British opponent Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Paul's History
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Still, the novice continues to be one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.
"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.
Size Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really proceeding.
