I will stamp all over 'credible boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

Anthony Joshua is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be shown live on Netflix.

British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "overpower" the American as the pair met personally to publicize the upcoming boxing match.

Ex twice world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive disparity - at Miami's venue on 19 December.

Boxer's Attitude

"I will injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the novice is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old predicted a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually going ahead.

Robert Tran
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