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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and hurt his body. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Civil Interaction

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making massive paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected 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," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters met for the customary stare-down, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly proceeding.