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Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, consistently making massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional stare-down, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.