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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35, said.

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

"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional stare-down, with their size difference evident, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly going ahead.