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Fighter's Mindset

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35, said.

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

"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest money-making draws, consistently making massive paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Difference

As both boxers met for the usual confrontation, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly happening.