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Boxer's Mindset

"I will break his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Civil Exchange

In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

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

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the novice continues to be one of boxing's greatest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the usual face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is actually happening.