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Fighter's Attitude

"I will break his face and damage his physique. I'm here to prove my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, declared.

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

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

Civil Interaction

Despite those words, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically famous for his showmanship - were respectful and remained civil with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's opponent the Cameroonian fighter and called him "a joke" after the Cameroonian turned down a match opportunity.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, meanwhile, targeted British rival Tyson Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is superior to Fury - he showed up," Joshua said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

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

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

Jake Paul's History

Paul - who first rose to fame on the Disney Channel - has primarily fought MMA fighters or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to British fighter Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the inexperienced fighter continues to be one of the sport's largest commercial attractions, regularly earning huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and asserted he would prevent the long-awaited Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly being planned for 2026.

"It's going to be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul stated.

Physical Difference

As the two fighters engaged in the customary face-off, with their size difference clearly visible, it drove home just how unlikely this complete situation is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is actually proceeding.