I will overwhelm 'credible boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Fighter's Attitude

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

"I will really want to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly going ahead.