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Boxer's Mentality

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

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

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, consistently making huge paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters met for the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.