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Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the novice continues to be one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the match is really going ahead.