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Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, targeted British opponent Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.