I'll dominate 'serious fighter' Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35, said.

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

"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's History

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

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, consistently making massive paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly going ahead.