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Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would stop the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly in the works for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually happening.