The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be streamed in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "break" his opponent as the combatants confronted each other to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex twice unified heavyweight champion Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Fighter's Attitude
"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Exchange
Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
However, the novice is still one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making huge earnings.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.
"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.
Physical Difference
As the two fighters engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually proceeding.
