I will stamp all over 'credible boxer' Paul - Joshua

Fighter's Mindset

"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, consistently making huge earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really happening.