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Boxer's Attitude

"I will break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really going ahead.