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Fighter's Mentality

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

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

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the usual face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually going ahead.