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I will dominate 'credible boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

Anthony Joshua is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-round match which will be streamed live on the streaming platform.

Briton Anthony Joshua declared he will "stamp all over" the American and "overpower" the American as the two fighters came face-to-face to promote next month's heavyweight fight.

Former two time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge uneven pairing - at Miami's venue on December 19th.

Boxer's Mindset

"I will damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's greatest financial successes, consistently making massive earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

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

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually happening.

Written by

Cheryl Hernandez

Elena is a seasoned mountaineer and adventure writer who has summited peaks across five continents and shares her expertise on wilderness travel.

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