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Boxer's Attitude

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

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

"I'm going to genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British rival Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul win.

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua declined to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter is still one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving massive paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

"The next fight will be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As both boxers participated in the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is really going ahead.