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Boxer's Mindset

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

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

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the usual face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually proceeding.