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Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to break his face and hurt his body. I'm here to prove my superiority," the British boxer, 35, said.

"I'll stamp all over him. That's how fighters think.

"I'm going to really want to injure him. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically known for his theatrics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked former Joshua's opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is superior to Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite declaring he will punish Paul, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his rival's boxing ability.

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

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He lost to Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's biggest financial successes, frequently receiving massive financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in rounds four or five and claimed he would prevent the much-anticipated Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly under discussion for 2026.

"The next fight will be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Paul declared.

Physical Disparity

As the two fighters participated in the customary confrontation, with their height and weight contrast on show, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the bout is really happening.