I'll dominate 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua
Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight round fight which will be streamed live on Netflix.
Briton Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" his opponent as the two fighters confronted each other to build hype for next month's boxing match.
Former two time world title holder Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive disparity - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.
Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.
Taking Aim at Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.
"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Legitimate Opponent
Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated.
Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.
He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters participated in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really happening.