I'll stamp all over 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Joshua

Fighter's Mindset

"I will damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

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

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's largest money-making draws, consistently making huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really happening.