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Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

"I'm going to really want to hurt him. That's what I want to do."

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - normally known for his showmanship - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul instead targeted ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after the Cameroonian rejected a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted UK opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' states he will put on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer stated.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Nevertheless, the novice is still one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, regularly earning huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul said.

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul met for the usual stare-down, with their physical disparity on show, it emphasized just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly happening.