I'll overwhelm 'serious fighter' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

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

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the novice remains one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.