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I will stamp all over 'credible combatant' Paul - Anthony 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 broadcast live on the streaming platform.

Briton Joshua said he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "defeat" his opponent as the two fighters came face-to-face to publicize the upcoming boxing match.

Ex two-time world heavyweight champion Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, on paper, a mammoth uneven pairing - at Miami arena on December 19th.

Fighter's Mentality

"I will break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead criticized ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As both boxers participated in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly proceeding.

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