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Fighter's Attitude

"I'm going to injure his face and damage his physique. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

"I will seriously aim to hurt him. That's my intention."

Respectful Exchange

Despite those words, a composed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually known for his dramatics - shared friendly words and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's rival the Cameroonian fighter and described him as "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, in the meantime, criticized British opponent Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' says he will place on a Paul win.

"[Paul] is better than Fury - he's present here," Joshua said.

"I give him credit for that."

Legitimate Opponent

In spite of saying he intends to damage his opponent, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's fighting skills.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the Disney Channel - has mostly fought MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since turning professional.

He was defeated by British fighter Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the relative newcomer remains one of the sport's greatest commercial attractions, regularly earning massive paydays.

Forecast and Confidence

The 28-year-old anticipated a stoppage in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the highly-expected match between Joshua and Fury, which is reportedly under discussion for 2026.

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

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the traditional face-off, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the match is actually proceeding.