🔗 Share this article I'll overwhelm 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in an eight-bout match which will be broadcast in real-time on Netflix. Briton Joshua said he will "overwhelm entirely" the American and "break" his opponent as the combatants confronted each other to build hype for the upcoming boxing match. Ex two-time unified boxing king Anthony Joshua meets social media star turned fighter Jake Paul - in what is, theoretically, a massive mismatch - at Miami's arena on December 19th. Boxer's Mindset "I will damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said. "I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think. "I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention." Respectful Interaction Despite those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other. Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity. Taking Aim at Tyson Fury Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul. "[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," the boxer said. "I respect him for that." Legitimate Fighter Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent. "Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated. Paul's History Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional. He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023. Financial Success Nevertheless, the novice is still one of the sport's largest money-making draws, regularly earning huge earnings. Prediction and Belief The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now. "It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said. Size Disparity As both boxers met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.