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Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

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

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

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

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is truly happening.