I will dominate 'credible combatant' Jake Paul - Joshua

Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," 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 goal."

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

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

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

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really going ahead.