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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I intend to seriously aim to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

Despite such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul instead attacked former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and called him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK rival Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of boxing's greatest money-making draws, regularly earning massive financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently under discussion for 2026.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how improbable this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really happening.