I will dominate 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be broadcast in real-time on Netflix.

Briton Anthony Joshua said he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to publicize next month's bout.

Former two time world boxing king Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami's venue on December 19th.

Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Fury - and declined 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," the boxer said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, consistently making huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually happening.

Walter Booker
Walter Booker

A UK-based astrophysicist and tech writer specializing in space exploration and satellite innovations.