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Boxer's Mindset

"I will injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected 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 damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice remains one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Size Difference

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