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Fighter's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I will really want to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

Despite such comments, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's Background

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

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really going ahead.