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Fighter's Mindset

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

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

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

Size Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.