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Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will genuinely try to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the novice remains one of the sport's biggest financial successes, consistently making huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really happening.