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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

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

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be my match with Fury next year," Paul stated.

Size Difference

As the two fighters participated in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.