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Boxer's Mentality

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

"I will really want to hurt him. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather targeted former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

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

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.