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Boxer's Mindset

"I will break his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I will really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly proceeding.