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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

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

Civil Interaction

In spite of those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

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

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

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

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and asserted he would stop the highly-expected Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

"It's going to be my match with Fury next year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity on show, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.