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Fighter's Mentality

"I will break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

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

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for two years from now.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly going ahead.