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Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, consistently making massive earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly proceeding.