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Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

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

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

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

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.