I will overwhelm 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-bout match which will be shown live on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" his opponent as the two fighters came face-to-face to promote next month's bout.
Ex two time unified boxing king Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I will damage his features and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."
Civil Exchange
In spite of such comments, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He lost to Briton Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the novice remains one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent 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 in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters met for the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually going ahead.