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Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.