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Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

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

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

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

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Difference

As both boxers engaged in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really proceeding.