I will dominate 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Joshua
The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight round match which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "break" the American as the combatants met personally to build hype for next month's bout.
Former two time world heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami's arena on 19 December.
Fighter's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my goal."
Civil Interaction
Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.
Paul's Background
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.
He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.
"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really going ahead.
