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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

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

"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really proceeding.