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Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning massive paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently being planned for 2026.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly going ahead.