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Boxer's Mindset

"I will injure his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

In spite of those words, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

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

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of boxing's largest money-making draws, regularly earning huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul met for the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast evident, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually going ahead.