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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

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

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

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

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly proceeding.