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Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

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

"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

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

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of boxing's biggest financial successes, regularly earning huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really proceeding.