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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to break his face and hurt his body. I aim to demonstrate my superiority," the British boxer, 35, declared.

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

"I intend to genuinely try to hurt him. That's my goal."

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a calm Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua opponent the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou rejected a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British opponent Fury - and refused a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul victory.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's present here," Joshua commented.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Fighter

In spite of stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

"Jake Paul is a serious fighter," he said.

Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer continues to be one of the sport's largest financial successes, regularly earning substantial earnings.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the much-anticipated match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary confrontation, with their size difference evident, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is truly happening.