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Fighter's Attitude

"I will break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to really want to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Disparity

As both boxers participated in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.