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Boxer's Mindset

"I'm going to injure his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of the sport's biggest money-making draws, regularly earning massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently under discussion for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As both boxers met for the usual face-off, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the match is really happening.