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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to break his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I intend to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Still, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly in the works for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really happening.