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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

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

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the novice continues to be one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul participated in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually proceeding.