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Fighter's Mentality

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

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

"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British rival Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the novice continues to be one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

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

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually happening.