I'll dominate 'serious fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

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

Civil Exchange

Despite those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly happening.