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Boxer's Attitude

"I will break his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

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

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Jake Paul's Background

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

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning huge earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers participated in the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually proceeding.