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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Respectful Interaction

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally recognized for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at UK opponent Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul victory.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly being planned for 2026.

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

Size Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference on show, it emphasized just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is truly happening.