I will stamp all over 'legitimate combatant' Paul - Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

The British boxer will face Jake Paul in an eight-bout contest which will be broadcast in real-time on Netflix.

British boxer Anthony Joshua stated he will "stamp all over" the American and "defeat" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to publicize next month's heavyweight fight.

Ex two time world boxing king Anthony Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive mismatch - at Miami venue on 19 December.

Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a ÂŁ1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Still, the novice continues to be one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly proceeding.

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