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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's a fighter's mentality.

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

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving substantial financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would derail the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really happening.