The British boxer will face Jake Paul in an eight-round fight which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to promote the upcoming boxing match.
Former two time unified heavyweight champion Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive uneven pairing - at Miami's venue on December 19th.
Boxer's Mindset
"I plan to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Fighter
Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.
Paul's History
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.
He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.
Size Difference
As both boxers met for the customary face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really happening.
