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Fighter's Attitude

"I plan to damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," the British boxer, 35, stated.

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

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

Respectful Interaction

Despite those words, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and internet personality Paul - usually recognized for his dramatics - were respectful and maintained decorum with each other.

Paul instead attacked former Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "not serious" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, at the same time, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and rejected a £1m bet 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"Jake Paul is superior to Tyson Fury - he's present here," the boxer commented.

"I give him credit for that."

Serious Opponent

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua refused to talk badly about his rival's pugilistic talent.

"Jake is a credible opponent," he stated.

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or past-their-prime fighters since entering professional boxing.

He was defeated by Briton Fury in last year.

Financial Success

However, the novice continues to be one of the sport's greatest financial successes, frequently receiving huge financial rewards.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and claimed he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Disparity

As Joshua and Paul engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how improbable this entire matchup is - and how remarkable it is that the fight is actually happening.