I'll overwhelm 'serious boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will really want to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the novice remains one of boxing's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

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

Size Disparity

As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually going ahead.