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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

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

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the novice remains one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the customary stare-down, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really going ahead.