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Boxer's Mentality

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

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

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's biggest financial successes, consistently making massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would stop the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really going ahead.