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Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and break his body up. I'm here to prove I'm superior," the British boxer, 35 years old, declared.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I will really want to cause him pain. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

In spite of such comments, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul instead targeted former Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British opponent Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua stated.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

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

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

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Attraction

Still, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's biggest commercial attractions, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is allegedly under discussion for two years from now.

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

Physical Disparity

As both boxers participated in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast on show, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.