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Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Civil Exchange

In spite of these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, regularly earning substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old predicted a knockout win in round four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is really proceeding.