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Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

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

"I intend to really want to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

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

Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Still, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's biggest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in round four or five and stated he would stop the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

"It will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly going ahead.