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Boxer's Mentality

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I intend to really want to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

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

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is really going ahead.