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Fighter's Attitude

"I will injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

"I will really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - normally known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's biggest financial successes, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in rounds four or five and asserted he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

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

Size Difference

As both boxers engaged in the customary face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this whole event is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly happening.