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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Respectful Exchange

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

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

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it highlighted just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly happening.