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Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

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

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the usual face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really proceeding.