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I will overwhelm 'serious fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

Anthony Joshua is set to fight the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be shown live on Netflix.

Briton Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to promote the upcoming bout.

Former two-time world heavyweight champion Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a mammoth mismatch - at Miami arena on 19 December.

Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Size Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly proceeding.

The writer

Melinda Cummings

Aviation betting expert with over a decade of experience in the industry.

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