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Boxer's Attitude

"I plan to 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 genuinely try to injure him. That's what I want to do."

Respectful Exchange

In spite of such comments, a composed Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his showmanship - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather targeted former Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "not serious" after Ngannou turned down a bout proposal.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, criticized British rival Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Fighter

Despite stating he plans to damage his opponent, Joshua chose not to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he said.

Jake Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or declining opponents since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in 2023.

Financial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer is still one of the sport's largest financial successes, regularly earning huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28-year-old predicted a stoppage in round four or five and claimed he would derail the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is apparently in the works for 2026.

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

Size Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the customary face-off, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how improbable this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually going ahead.