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Fighter's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

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

"I intend to really want to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized UK rival Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to talk badly about his rival's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Still, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in round four or five and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters participated in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually happening.