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Boxer's Mentality

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

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to really want to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

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

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized British rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's largest money-making draws, regularly earning huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the traditional stare-down, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually going ahead.