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Boxer's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.