I will dominate 'legitimate boxer' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul participated in the usual face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.