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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm superior," Joshua, 35, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's how fighters think.

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

Civil Interaction

In spite of these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - shared friendly words and maintained decorum with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at UK opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he said.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has mainly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter remains one of boxing's largest commercial attractions, frequently receiving substantial paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a knockout win in rounds four or five and stated he would prevent the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly being planned for two years from now.

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

Size Disparity

As both boxers participated in the usual face-off, with their physical disparity evident, it emphasized just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how amazing it is that the fight is really proceeding.