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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

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

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional confrontation, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really proceeding.