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Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35, stated.

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of these statements, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

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

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

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's greatest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial earnings.

Forecast and Belief

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

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the usual stare-down, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is really going ahead.