The British boxer will face the American YouTuber in an eight round contest which will be shown live on the streaming platform.
Briton Anthony Joshua said he will "dominate completely" Jake Paul and "break" the American as the combatants confronted each other to publicize the upcoming boxing match.
Former twice unified title holder Anthony Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, by the numbers, a massive mismatch - at Miami's Kaseya Center on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.
"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.
"I'm going to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my goal."
Civil Exchange
Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.
Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.
Targeting Fury
Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.
"I give him credit for that."
Serious Fighter
Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.
"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.
Paul's Background
Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.
Commercial Success
Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial financial rewards.
Prediction and Belief
The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.
"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.
Size Difference
As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.
