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Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will really want to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's largest money-making draws, regularly earning massive earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the usual face-off, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really proceeding.