I'll dominate 'credible combatant' Jake Paul - Joshua

Boxer's Mentality

"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

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

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly happening.