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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of boxing's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers met for the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really proceeding.