Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight round match which will be broadcast in real-time on Netflix.
Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters came face-to-face to publicize the upcoming boxing match.
Ex two time world boxing king Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive disparity - at Miami's Kaseya Center on 19 December.
Boxer's Attitude
"I plan to injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Interaction
In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.
Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Tyson Fury
Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.
"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Opponent
Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.
Paul's History
Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.
Financial Success
Still, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, regularly earning substantial earnings.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.
"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.
Size Difference
As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really going ahead.
