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I will overwhelm 'serious combatant' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

Anthony Joshua prepares to battle Jake Paul in an eight round match which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.

Briton Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the combatants met personally to promote next month's boxing match.

Ex two time world heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami's venue on December 19th.

Fighter's Mindset

"I will injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, stated.

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

"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually famous for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really going ahead.

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