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Fighter's Mindset

"I will break his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers participated in the customary confrontation, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly going ahead.