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Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

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

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the novice is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually happening.