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Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to break his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I intend to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

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

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really going ahead.