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Boxer's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead criticized former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

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

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the novice continues to be one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly happening.