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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35 years old, stated.

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

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

Respectful Exchange

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

Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and described him as "a joke" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, targeted British rival Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

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

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to punish Paul, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's Background

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving massive earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28 year old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Fury-Joshua bout, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Paul said.

Size Difference

As both boxers met for the usual stare-down, with their size difference on show, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly going ahead.