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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

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

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Disparity

As both boxers met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really proceeding.