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Fighter's Attitude

"I will damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's largest money-making draws, regularly earning huge earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters met for the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually going ahead.