I will dominate 'legitimate fighter' Jake Paul - Joshua

Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually proceeding.