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Boxer's Attitude

"I'm going to damage his features and damage his physique. My goal is to show my superiority," Joshua, 35 years old, said.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's the boxer's mindset.

"I'm going to really want to cause him pain. That's what I want to do."

Civil Interaction

Despite such comments, a calm Anthony Joshua and social media star Jake Paul - typically recognized for his theatrics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Paul rather criticized ex Joshua's rival Francis Ngannou and called him "not serious" after the Cameroonian turned down a fight offer.

Taking Aim at Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua, at the same time, targeted British opponent Fury - and declined a million-pound wager 'The Gypsy King' says he will place on a victory for Paul.

"[Paul] is better than Tyson Fury - he showed up," Joshua commented.

"I respect him for that."

Serious Opponent

In spite of stating he plans to punish Paul, Joshua declined to comment unfavorably about his rival's fighting skills.

"Jake is a serious fighter," he remarked.

Jake Paul's History

Jake Paul - who initially became famous on the television network - has mainly boxed MMA fighters or past-their-prime fighters since becoming pro.

He was defeated by Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Commercial Success

However, the relative newcomer is still one of boxing's biggest financial successes, consistently making huge financial rewards.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old forecast a KO victory in round four or five and stated he would derail the much-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout, which is reportedly in the works for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As both boxers engaged in the traditional confrontation, with their physical disparity clearly visible, it highlighted just how surprising this whole event is - and how astonishing it is that the fight is truly proceeding.