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Fighter's Mindset

"I will break his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the match is truly going ahead.