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Boxer's Mentality

"I will damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really proceeding.