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Boxer's Attitude

"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

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

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

However, the novice is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, consistently making huge earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in rounds four or five and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers participated in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly happening.