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Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to break his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

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

"I'm going to really want to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Difference

As the two fighters met for the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly proceeding.