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Fighter's Attitude

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

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to hurt him. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of these statements, a composed Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to hurt Jake Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

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

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mostly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really going ahead.