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

Fighter's Mindset

"I will damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's largest money-making draws, regularly earning massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old predicted a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Size Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.