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Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really happening.