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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually proceeding.