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Boxer's Mindset

"I will break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, regularly earning huge earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the traditional face-off, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the match is truly happening.