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Boxer's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the novice is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning huge earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

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

"It will be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really proceeding.