I'll dominate 'serious boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round contest which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.

Briton Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to build hype for next month's boxing match.

Ex two-time unified title holder Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami venue on 19 December.

Boxer's Mindset

"I will injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers participated in the usual confrontation, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really proceeding.

Courtney Zhang
Courtney Zhang

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