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Boxer's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and claimed he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters met for the customary stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really happening.