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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

In spite of those words, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British rival Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really proceeding.