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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

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

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly going ahead.