🔗 Share this article

Boxer's Mindset

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

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly happening.