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Fighter's Mindset

"I plan to injure his face and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I will seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the novice remains one of boxing's largest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters met for the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is actually going ahead.