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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to injure his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I will genuinely try to hurt him. That's my goal."

Respectful Interaction

In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul victory.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to talk badly about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he stated.

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of the sport's greatest financial successes, regularly earning massive paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Disparity

As both boxers participated in the customary stare-down, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the bout is truly happening.