I will overwhelm 'credible fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter is still one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

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

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters met for the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really going ahead.