🔗 Share this article I will dominate 'serious combatant' Paul - Joshua Anthony Joshua prepares to battle the American YouTuber in an eight-bout match which will be broadcast in real-time on the streaming platform. Briton Joshua stated he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "break" his opponent as the combatants came face-to-face to build hype for next month's bout. Ex twice unified boxing king Joshua battles social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a massive disparity - at Miami's venue on 19 December. Fighter's Mentality "I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said. "I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think. "I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal." Respectful Interaction Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other. Jake Paul instead targeted ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal. Targeting Tyson Fury Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul. "Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated. "I respect him for that." Serious Opponent In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills. "Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated. Paul's Background Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro. He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year. Financial Attraction However, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive earnings. Forecast and Belief The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026. "It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul declared. Size Disparity As both boxers engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is truly happening.