I will overwhelm 'serious boxer' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Fighter's Attitude

"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - normally known for his dramatics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, consistently making massive paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Difference

As both boxers participated in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.