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I will dominate 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Joshua

Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul face-off

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

British boxer Anthony Joshua declared he will "dominate completely" the American and "defeat" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to promote the upcoming heavyweight fight.

Former two time unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua faces social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge uneven pairing - at Miami venue on 19 December.

Boxer's Mindset

"I will damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers participated in the usual face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is truly proceeding.

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Jennifer Leonard

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