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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

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

"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's biggest money-making draws, consistently making huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.