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Fighter's Mentality

"I will injure his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As both boxers participated in the customary face-off, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly proceeding.