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Boxer's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

"I will seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's History

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

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Difference

As the two fighters participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly happening.