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Fighter's Attitude

"I will injure his face and break his body up. I aim to demonstrate I'm superior," Joshua, 35, declared.

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

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

Civil Exchange

In spite of such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - normally famous for his showmanship - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather criticized former Joshua rival Francis Ngannou and labeled him "ridiculous" after the Cameroonian declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Tyson Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British opponent Tyson Fury - and rejected a large bet 'Tyson Fury' claims he will make on a victory for Paul.

"Jake Paul is better than Fury - he showed up," the boxer said.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Opponent

Despite declaring he will damage his opponent, Joshua refused to talk badly about his opponent's pugilistic talent.

"Jake Paul is a credible opponent," he stated.

Paul's Background

Jake Paul - who originally gained popularity on the television network - has mostly fought mixed martial artists or declining opponents since entering professional boxing.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in 2023.

Commercial Success

Nevertheless, the novice remains one of the sport's biggest financial successes, regularly earning substantial paydays.

Forecast and Belief

The 28-year-old forecast a stoppage in round four or five and asserted he would stop the long-awaited match between Joshua and Fury, which is apparently being planned for two years from now.

"The next fight will be myself against Tyson Fury next year," Jake Paul declared.

Size Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional face-off, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it emphasized just how unlikely this whole event is - and how remarkable it is that the match is really proceeding.