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I will overwhelm 'serious boxer' Paul - Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

The British boxer is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight-bout contest which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform.

British boxer Joshua declared he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "break" his opponent as the pair met personally to publicize the upcoming bout.

Ex two-time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami venue on December 19th.

Boxer's Mentality

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

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

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

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually happening.

Written by

Lisa Holmes

Maya is a community engagement specialist passionate about connecting people through shared interests and digital platforms.

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