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Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.