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Fighter's Mindset

"I will injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making massive earnings.

Forecast and Belief

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

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly going ahead.