I will dominate 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

The British boxer is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be broadcast live on the streaming platform.

Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "defeat" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to promote next month's boxing match.

Former two time world boxing king Joshua battles YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami's venue on 19 December.

Boxer's Mentality

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

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly happening.

Eric Ferrell
Eric Ferrell

A London-based cultural critic and trend analyst with over a decade of experience in fashion journalism.