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Boxer's Attitude

"I will break his face and break his body up. My goal is to show I'm superior," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

"I will dominate him completely. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I intend to seriously aim to injure him. That's my goal."

Civil Exchange

In spite of those words, a calm Joshua and internet personality Jake Paul - normally known for his theatrics - exchanged pleasantries and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather attacked ex Joshua rival the Cameroonian fighter and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou turned down a fight offer.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, took aim at British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] outshines Tyson Fury - he's actually sitting here," Joshua said.

"I acknowledge that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of declaring he will hurt Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua chose not to comment unfavorably about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily boxed mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Still, the relative newcomer remains one of boxing's greatest financial successes, consistently making substantial paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a KO victory in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would derail the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is allegedly in the works for 2026.

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

Size Disparity

As both boxers engaged in the usual stare-down, with their height and weight contrast evident, it highlighted just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is really going ahead.