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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and hurt his body. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's biggest financial successes, consistently making substantial paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really going ahead.