Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be broadcast live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters confronted each other to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge uneven pairing - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead targeted ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters met for the traditional confrontation, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually proceeding.
