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Boxer's Mentality

"I will damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a calm Joshua and internet personality Paul - typically known for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of boxing's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

"It will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Difference

As both boxers met for the customary confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.