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Fighter's Mindset

"I will break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

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

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is really proceeding.