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Boxer's Mentality

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making massive earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the match is truly going ahead.