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Boxer's Attitude

"I will break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really going ahead.