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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the novice is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, consistently making massive paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly in the works for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually proceeding.