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

Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

Jake Paul's History

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

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's largest money-making draws, consistently making huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the customary face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really happening.