I'll dominate 'legitimate combatant' Jake Paul - Anthony Joshua

Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his theatrics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

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

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the novice remains one of boxing's largest financial successes, regularly earning massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.