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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

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

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

Civil Interaction

Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, regularly earning massive earnings.

Prediction and Belief

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

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how unlikely this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really happening.