Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "overpower" his opponent as the pair came face-to-face to promote next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex two-time unified heavyweight champion Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth disparity - at Miami Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Fighter's Mindset
"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.
"I respect him for that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest money-making draws, consistently making huge earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited 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.
Size Difference
As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly going ahead.
