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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to break his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the usual stare-down, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really proceeding.