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Fighter's Mindset

"I will injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually going ahead.