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

Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

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

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

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

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would stop the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really happening.