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Fighter's Attitude

"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

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

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the novice is still one of the sport's largest money-making draws, consistently making substantial earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really happening.