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I'll overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight round match which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.

Briton Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "overpower" the American as the combatants confronted each other to publicize next month's boxing match.

Ex two-time unified boxing king Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge mismatch - at Miami Kaseya Center on 19 December.

Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really going ahead.

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The writer

Robin Spears

A neuroscientist with over 15 years of experience in neuroimaging and brain-computer interface research, based in the UK.

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