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Boxer's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

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

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's Background

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

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really happening.