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Boxer's Mentality

"I will injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

In spite of those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

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

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, consistently making substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference evident, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.