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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, regularly earning substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.