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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

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

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, consistently making huge earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated 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 both boxers engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly happening.