I will stamp all over 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly happening.