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Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making huge paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters met for the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.