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Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically known for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the inexperienced fighter is still one of the sport's biggest money-making draws, consistently making huge earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would derail the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul stated.

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity evident, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.