I'll stamp all over 'serious fighter' Paul - Joshua

Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

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

"I will really want to hurt him. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

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 lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's largest money-making draws, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

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

Size Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the usual face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly proceeding.