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Fighter's Mindset

"I will damage his features and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

"I intend to genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

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

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's biggest financial successes, regularly earning huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.