The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight round fight which will be streamed in real-time on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua stated he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters came face-to-face to build hype for next month's bout.
Ex two time world heavyweight champion Joshua meets YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a huge disparity - at Miami's Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Fighter's Mindset
"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.
"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."
Respectful Exchange
Despite those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.
Targeting Fury
Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.
"I respect him for that."
Serious Fighter
In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.
Commercial Attraction
However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making massive financial rewards.
Prediction and Confidence
The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.
"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.
Size Disparity
As Joshua and Paul met for the customary stare-down, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.
