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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, said.

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

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Exchange

Despite those words, a composed Joshua and internet personality Paul - normally known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead targeted ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "a joke" after the Cameroonian declined a fight offer.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mostly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for two years from now.

"It will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul participated in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is truly going ahead.