I will overwhelm 'legitimate boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British rival Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

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

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is really going ahead.