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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead criticized ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's History

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's largest financial successes, consistently making huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly happening.