I'll overwhelm 'credible combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

However, the novice remains one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.

Size Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually happening.