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Fighter's Mindset

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

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a composed Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally famous for his theatrics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the usual stare-down, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the match is truly proceeding.