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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to break his face and hurt his body. My goal is to show I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, said.

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

"I'm going to seriously aim to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Interaction

Despite these statements, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and remained civil with each other.

Paul instead attacked ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Fury

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

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

"I acknowledge that."

Serious Fighter

Despite saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua refused to comment unfavorably about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mainly boxed mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's biggest financial successes, consistently making substantial earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the customary stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how surprising this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.