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Fighter's Attitude

"I will break his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will really want to injure him. That's my goal."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or faded names since becoming pro.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice continues to be one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As the two fighters engaged in the usual confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.