The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round contest which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
British boxer Joshua said he will "dominate completely" the American and "break" the American as the combatants met personally to build hype for the upcoming heavyweight fight.
Former two time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive mismatch - at Miami arena on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I will damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."
Respectful Exchange
Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.
"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.
"I acknowledge that."
Serious Fighter
Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, consistently making massive financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.
"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.
Physical Disparity
As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is truly proceeding.
