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Boxer's Mindset

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally recognized for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he stated.

Paul's History

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

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial paydays.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and asserted he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.