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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, consistently making massive paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really proceeding.