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I will stamp all over 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

The British boxer prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout fight which will be shown live on Netflix.

British boxer Anthony Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to build hype for next month's bout.

Former two time unified boxing king Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive disparity - at Miami venue on December 19th.

Fighter's Mindset

"I will injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead criticized ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving huge paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

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

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly going ahead.

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James Johnson

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