I will stamp all over 'credible fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua said he will "stamp all over" Jake Paul and "break" his opponent as the pair came face-to-face to build hype for the upcoming boxing match.
Ex twice world heavyweight champion Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I plan to break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.
Physical Difference
As both boxers met for the usual face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is really going ahead.
