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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

"I will dominate him completely. That's how fighters think.

"I will genuinely try to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his dramatics - exchanged pleasantries and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "ridiculous" after Ngannou declined a bout proposal.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, targeted UK rival Tyson Fury - and refused a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he said.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Attraction

However, the novice remains one of the sport's greatest money-making draws, frequently receiving huge earnings.

Forecast and Belief

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

"It's going to be my match with Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast on show, it emphasized just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the match is actually proceeding.