I'll overwhelm 'serious fighter' Paul - Joshua

Boxer's Mentality

"I will break his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

However, the novice remains one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual face-off, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.