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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly going ahead.