Anthony Joshua will face the American YouTuber in an eight-round match which will be streamed live on Netflix.
Briton Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" Jake Paul and "break" his opponent as the pair confronted each other to build hype for next month's heavyweight fight.
Ex twice world title holder Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Paul - in what is, on paper, a huge disparity - at Miami's venue on December 19th.
Boxer's Mentality
"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.
"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.
"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."
Respectful Exchange
Despite those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.
Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.
Taking Aim at Fury
Joshua, at the same time, criticized British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.
"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.
"I acknowledge that."
Legitimate Fighter
In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.
"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.
Jake Paul's Background
Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.
He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.
Financial Attraction
Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial paydays.
Forecast and Belief
The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.
"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.
Physical Difference
As Joshua and Paul met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really proceeding.
