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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35, stated.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers met for the traditional stare-down, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually going ahead.