I will overwhelm 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Joshua

Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

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

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

Civil Exchange

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

Jake Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually going ahead.