I'll stamp all over 'legitimate combatant' Paul - Joshua

Fighter's Mindset

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

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

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the novice is still one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making huge earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.