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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

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

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's largest money-making draws, consistently making substantial earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would stop the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really going ahead.