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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally known for his dramatics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, consistently making huge paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually happening.