I will overwhelm 'credible combatant' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Mentality

"I will injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the novice is still one of the sport's biggest 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 asserted he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the customary confrontation, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually proceeding.