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Fighter's Mentality

"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

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

He was defeated by Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Still, the novice remains one of boxing's biggest money-making draws, regularly earning massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Difference

As both boxers participated in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.