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Boxer's Mentality

"I plan to break his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.