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Fighter's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Civil Exchange

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the usual stare-down, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really going ahead.