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Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and break his body up. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35, stated.

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

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

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a relaxed Joshua and social media star Paul - typically recognized for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "not serious" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, at the same time, criticized UK opponent Fury - and declined a £1m bet 'The Gypsy King' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul outshines Fury - he's present here," Joshua stated.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

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

Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Commercial Attraction

Still, the novice is still one of boxing's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would derail the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters met for the usual confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it drove home just how surprising this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is actually happening.