I will stamp all over 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua
Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" the American as the combatants came face-to-face to build hype for next month's boxing match.
Former two-time unified title holder Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami arena on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I'm going to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.
"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Still, the novice remains one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.
Forecast and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.
Physical Difference
As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really happening.
