I will overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Paul - Joshua

Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

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 turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

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

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional face-off, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really happening.