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Boxer's Attitude

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

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul win.

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

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily boxed MMA fighters or declining opponents since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it drove home just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really going ahead.