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Boxer's Mindset

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," the boxer commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly proceeding.