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Fighter's Mentality

"I will break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his dramatics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really happening.