I will overwhelm 'credible combatant' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round contest which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
Briton Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "overpower" his opponent as the pair met personally to publicize the upcoming boxing match.
Former twice world title holder Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I'm going to break his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.
"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.
"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Opponent
In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.
He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of the sport's largest money-making draws, regularly earning huge paydays.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.
