I will dominate 'serious fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my goal."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually going ahead.