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Fighter's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly proceeding.