Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be shown in real-time on Netflix.
British boxer Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the pair met personally to build hype for next month's boxing match.
Ex two-time world title holder Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Fighter's Attitude
"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I will seriously aim to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."
Civil Exchange
In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Opponent
Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.
Jake Paul's Background
Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making substantial earnings.
Prediction and Belief
The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.
Size Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really proceeding.
