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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers met for the customary confrontation, with their size difference evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the fight is truly happening.