Anthony Joshua is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight-bout contest which will be broadcast in real-time on Netflix.
Briton Anthony Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters confronted each other to publicize next month's boxing match.
Former two time unified title holder Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami's arena on December 19th.
Fighter's Mindset
"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Exchange
Despite such comments, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Paul rather attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's History
Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.
"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Physical Difference
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually happening.
